Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
We’re seeking a Chinese Cuisine Sous Chef with strong knowledge of Chinese cooking techniques and regional flavors to lead consistent, high-quality production and contribute to menu development.
About DO & CO
We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every elevated floor and in the sky. With our three business segments, Airline Catering, International Event Catering, Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, we offer gourmet entertainment all over the world. We operate in 33 locations, 12 countries and 3 Continents, maintaining the highest standard of quality in both our products and services. We refine the classics, develop the unknown and grow constantly – sometimes beyond our own expectations.
Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day Kitchen operations and culinary team in an assigned area.
- Oversee food service, cooking techniques, portioning, presentation, quality, and food costs.
- Inspect ingredients for freshness and participate in food tastings.
- Standardize production recipes to maintain consistent quality.
- Monitor inventory for shortages or discrepancies and notify the Executive Chef when issues arise.
- Contribute to improvements in catering costs, quality, presentation, and menu innovation.
- Meet production deadlines and quality standards.
- Verify that meals meet specifications and presentation standards.
- Support the Executive Chef with catering proposals, menu development, cost control, reports, and scheduling.
- Schedule kitchen personnel according to business needs.
- Enforce maintenance, food safety, and sanitation standards, including applicable requirements for food storage, handling, preparation, equipment, and kitchen cleanliness.
- Train and motivate kitchen personnel while supervising assigned culinary activities.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of culinary experience in high-volume, full-service kitchens.
- Demonstrated expertise in Chinese cuisine, including Cantonese, Sichuan, or other regional specialties.
- Skilled in Chinese culinary techniques, including wok cookery, stir-frying, steaming, braising, stock and broth preparation, dumpling production, rice and noodle preparation, and traditional seasoning profiles.
- Experience developing or supporting Chinese cuisine menus, including recipe development, tastings, and cost-conscious ingredient sourcing.
- Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts highly desired; relevant training is a must.
- Comfortable standing and working on your feet for extended periods and in environments with varying temperatures.
- Flexible availability, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
What We Offer:
- Pay rate: $75,000 - $90,000 annually.
- Complimentary daily meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible full-time employees.
- 401(k) eligibility for full-time employees.
- A workplace committed to innovation, creativity, and exceptional hospitality.
- Genuine career-development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
- The opportunity to represent and collaborate with a global leader in luxury gourmet entertainment.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
DO & CO provides equal employment opportunities. Applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other protected characteristic.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($75,000.00 - $90,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Leadership
Team Management
Attention to Detail
Quality Control
Creativity in Menu Development
Problem Solving
Time Management
Communication Skills
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Part of DO & CO, The Gourmet Entertainment Group
We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every banquet floor and in the sky. With the three business segments of Airline Catering, International Event Catering, and Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, we offer gourmet entertainment all over the world. We operate in 32 locations, 12 countries and 3 Continents, maintaining the highest standard of quality in both our products and services. We refine the classics, develop the unknown and grow constantly – sometimes beyond our own expectations.
