Job Title: Head Chef
 

Company: Spirit of Atlanta Incorporated

Location: Travel Required

Duration: May 27 - August 13, 2024 (Summer Season) and Occasional Weekends in the Winter and Spring

 

About Us:

Spirit of Atlanta Incorporated is dedicated to providing youth with opportunities to develop and refine artistic, athletic, performance, and personal skills through positive, high-quality, and challenging arts education programs. We emphasize character building, a strong work ethic, teamwork, and the pursuit of performance excellence. Our drum and bugle corps, Spirit of Atlanta, is known for its commitment to excellence in the world of marching arts.
 

Employment Type: Contract/Seasonal

Reports To: Assistant Corps Director
 

Job Description:

As the Head Chef, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the culinary needs of our corps are met while on the road. You will lead and collaborate with kitchen volunteers to execute a daily/weekly menu, manage food preparation, maintain kitchen safety and cleanliness, and report on inventory levels. This role requires the ability to manage a shifting kitchen crew and cook for over 200 people four times a day throughout an 11-week pre-tour and tour schedule.

 

Responsibilities:

• Execute a daily/weekly menu, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.

• Lead and work with a rotating staff of kitchen volunteers.

• Directly oversee the preparation of all meals.

• Ensure the kitchen adheres to safety and cleanliness standards.

• Report inventory levels to appropriate personnel.

• Train volunteers on safety and proper food preparation.

• Collaborate with administration to ensure quality of life meals for everyone on tour.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements:

• Age: 21 or older.

• Availability: Full Summer (May-August).

• 2 or more years of experience in the food industry (tour experience is a plus).

• 2 or more years of management experience (preferred).

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, punctual, and flexible.

• Motivated with a strong work ethic.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

• Effective interpersonal communication skills.

 

 

Location and Schedule:

This position will be on-site with the Spirit of Atlanta Drum and Bugle Corps for the entirety of pre-tour and tour.

Compensation

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This position is considered an independent contractor paid position (1099). Compensation will be paid monthly and includes housing, transportation, and food.

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Application Process:

All applicants will undergo a background and reference check, as well as a series of phone, Zoom, or live interviews as part of the evaluation process. All medical certifications must be submitted with the application. To apply, please submit an application at www.spiritofatlanta.org/employment.

Spirit of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, or any other protected status. We offer equal opportunity and treatment to all who apply and are committed to diversity.