Pasta Chef
DO & CO AG, New York City, NY, United States
We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic Pasta Chef to join our growing New York Team!
Who We Are:
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, DO & CO offers 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, and beyond our own expectations.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise the production process to ensure all pasta dishes meet meal specifications and quality standards.
- Oversee the preparation of fresh, high-quality pasta dishes served to hundreds of airline guests daily.
- Manage supply-chain systems to ensure timely delivery of ingredients and maintain freshness.
- Coordinate the timing of food production to ensure smooth operations and avoid delays.
- Monitor the cooking process to maintain efficiency and adherence to schedules.
- Analyze waste trends and recommend improvements to enhance sustainability.
- Efficiently complete tasks across multiple cooking stations within designated timelines to meet strict deadlines.
- Expertly prepare, cook, and present a variety of pasta dishes, ensuring they meet high culinary standards.
- Adhere to all food safety and hygiene regulations as outlined in the food safety management system handbook. Promptly report any issues related to food safety to management and the hygiene team.
- Keep your immediate work area clean and organized at all times, adhering to hygiene standards.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of cooking experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role, preferably in a high-volume kitchen.
- Strong understanding of pasta preparation techniques, including dough-making, cooking methods, and sauce pairing.
- A degree or certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking, or a related field is desirable is a plus.
- Proficiency in operating various kitchen equipment, such as pasta machines, mixers, and ovens.
- Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices.
- High standards for quality and presentation of dishes, with a keen eye for detail in food preparation.
- Excellent verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with kitchen staff and management.
- Flexibility in availability for different shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
What We Offer:
- Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
- An organization dedicated to fostering innovation; in pursuit of cultivating creativity, embracing new ideas and leveraging our impeccable standard for hospitality.
- Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
- The chance to collaborate and represent a leading force in the luxury global gourmet entertainment industry.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
We want everyone to feel welcome, respected and we are committed to providing the best space, experience, and workplace for our teams - no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different and make you. That is what makes our team so special.