We have an incredible opportunity for an inspirational culinary leader to join our New York Kitchen as a Pastry Sous Chef!
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, sometimes beyond our own expectations.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage pastry production schedules to meet demand while minimizing waste and upholding quality standards, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and on time.
- Sustain optimal food costs through effective procurement oversight and waste reduction strategies.
- Implement innovative baking methods, including preparation, melting, measuring, tempering, baking, whipping, icing, layering, juicing, and decorating.
- Verify menu planning requirements and contribute to discussions on new pastry items, considering seasonal ingredients, market trends, and customer preferences.
- Supervise and lead a pastry team assigned, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment.
- Train new pastry team members, monitor their performance, and provide ongoing support to help them achieve their goals while maintaining high performance and productivity standards.
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and enforce strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations, including proper handling and storage of ingredients, sanitation of equipment, and cleanliness of work areas as outlined in the food safety management system handbook.
- Address and resolve any challenges that arise in the pastry kitchen promptly, ensuring smooth operations while reporting food safety concerns to management and the hygiene team, and maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation.
- Ensure production processes, quality standards, and deadlines are consistently met, maintaining the highest levels of quality. Confirm that all pastry products meet quality and presentation standards before serving to customers.
- Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, coordinating with procurement for timely replenishment.
- Stay informed on industry trends, techniques, and innovations in pastry arts, implementing best practices to enhance the performance of the pastry department.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management, upholding DO & CO standards.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years managing a high-volume Pastry/Bakery kitchen, ensuring quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
- Proficient in baking procedures and terminology, with experience overseeing a team of at least 3 members.
- Exceptional organizational skills with a proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Capable of managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment, handling substantial workloads, and enduring extended periods of standing.
- Strong culinary knowledge of relevant terms, procedures, and practices.
- Hands-on approach with the ability to respond promptly and with urgency.
- Flexible scheduling availability, accommodating various shifts (days, nights, weekends, holidays).
- Knowledge of HACCP, OSHA, FDA regulations, and food safety standards is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or related field preferred; certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking is a plus.
What We Offer:
- Salaried employees are eligible for 401K and Healthcare Benefits such as Medical, Dental, & Vision.
- 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.
