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DO & CO

Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,700.00 - $104,300.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
daily complimentary meals
401k
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Career development opportunities

Job Description

DO & CO is a globally recognized luxury hospitality company renowned for its commitment to culinary excellence and premium service delivery. Operating across 33 locations in 12 countries and spanning three continents, DO & CO specializes in delivering gourmet entertainment in three main business segments: Airline Catering, International Event Catering, and Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels. The company is dedicated to refining classic culinary concepts while innovating and expanding its offerings to meet the evolving needs of its discerning clientele. With a focus on quality, presentation, and impeccable execution, DO & CO prides itself on maintaining the highest standards in both... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience in executive chef role
  • knowledge of kitchen hygiene and safety standards
  • ability to handle heavy workload
  • strong communication skills
  • team leadership experience
  • self organization and proactive attitude
  • flexibility to work varied shifts including nights weekends and holidays
  • physical stamina to work long hours on foot
  • openness to professional development

Job Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience as a executive chef in a high standard environment preferably including cruise ship and/or hotel operations
  • comprehensive knowledge of kitchen hygiene practices occupational health and safety standards and haccp principles
  • high personal hygiene standards and excellent attention to detail
  • proven ability to handle a heavy workload with a “whatever it takes” mentality
  • strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work independently and lead a team
  • self organized proactive and capable of accurately monitoring and controlling food waste
  • flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends holidays and extended hours as needed
  • open to continual professional development
  • ability to work long hours on foot and in environments with varying temperatures
  • flexibility to work different shifts including nights weekends and holidays based on business needs

Job Duties

  • serve as the senior leader for all culinary operations and assembly/production overseeing end-to-end food production from kitchen through final assembly
  • balance a chef’s mindset with strong operational leadership ensuring quality efficiency and consistency at scale
  • own daily performance across quality safety timing labor and customer specifications
  • drive cross-functional execution with operations quality/food safety materials and logistics
  • adapt quickly to changing priorities and production volumes while maintaining service standards
  • champion food safety haccp and regulatory compliance across all operations
  • lead menu changes process improvements and continuous operational enhancement
  • lead implementation of new menu cycles and product launches ensuring operational readiness and team training
  • act as a clear effective communicator across departments and levels aligning teams on priorities and expectations
  • model adaptability accountability and teamwork reinforce a culture of execution safety and quality
  • proactively recommend operational and process improvements to senior leadership based on data and frontline insight

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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