Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Salary range $60,000 - $90,000 annually
daily complimentary meals
401k
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Career development opportunities
Job Description
DO & CO is a globally recognized hospitality leader known for its commitment to culinary excellence and premium service. Operating in 33 locations across 12 countries and 3 continents, the company specializes in three major business segments: Airline Catering, International Event Catering, and Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels. With a passion for delivering gourmet entertainment and high-quality products worldwide, DO & CO continuously refines the classics, explores new culinary frontiers, and exceeds expectations through innovation and quality assurance. The company embraces creativity, diversity, and top-notch culinary standards as it aims to deliver outstanding experiences on every elevated floor and in the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 3 years culinary experience in high-volume kitchens
- Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts preferred
- Strong expertise in Asian cuisines including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai and Southeast Asian
- Skilled in wok cookery, broth preparation, steaming, dumplings, stir-fry, rice and noodle dishes
- Knowledge of menu development and cost control
- Ability to work long hours and in varying kitchen conditions
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Adherence to safety and sanitation regulations
- Effective team leadership and communication skills
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience in high-volume, full-service kitchens
- Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts highly desired, relevant training is a must
- Demonstrated expertise in key Asian cuisines including Chinese (Cantonese, Sichuan, or regional specialties), Japanese (sushi, hot kitchen, ramen, kaiseki techniques), Korean (traditional flavors, fermentation, grilling techniques), Thai or Southeast Asian (balance of sweet, sour, spicy, savory profiles)
- Skilled in Asian culinary fundamentals such as wok cookery, stock and broth preparation, steaming, dumpling production, stir-fry methods, rice and noodle mastery, and traditional seasoning profiles
- Experience designing or supporting Asian-inspired menus including menu development, tasting execution and cost-efficient ingredient sourcing
- Knowledge of current catering and global culinary trends
- Ability to work long hours on foot and in environments with varying temperatures
- Ability and desire to travel/work multiple events both domestically and internationally
- Flexibility to work different shifts including nights, weekends and holidays based on business needs
Job Duties
- Manage day-to-day kitchen operations and culinary team in an assigned area
- Execute daily food service, quality, technique, portion, presentation and food cost control
- Examine freshness of ingredients and participate in food tastings
- Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
- Ensure there are no shortages or discrepancies in products or ingredients and inform the Executive Chef accordingly
- Participate in the growth of overall catering including cost, quality, presentation and innovation
- Ensure production processes, quality standards and deadlines are met
- Ensure products meet meal specifications and quality standards at all times
- Support the Executive Chef with catering proposals, creativity, cost control, reports and schedule
- Ensure availability of kitchen personnel based on business needs
- Ensure that maintenance and safety standards are followed and that the kitchen team adheres to state and federal regulations regarding food storage, handling, preparation and sanitation
- Maintain culinary excellence standards
- Train, motivate and manage kitchen personnel and supervise culinary activities as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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