Sous Chef

We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic, energetic, and eager Sous Chef to join our growing team in Detroit!   

About DO & CO: 

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.

What we offer:  

• Full-time employees are eligible for 401K and healthcare benefits; 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.   

Responsibilities:  

• 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 the 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: Cost, Quality, Presentation, and Innovation.

• Ensure production processes, quality standards and deadlines are met.

• Ensure products always meet the meal specifications and the utmost quality standards.

• Support the Executive Chef with Catering Proposals, creativity, cost control, reports, and schedule.

• Ensure availability of kitchen personnel based on business needs.

• Ensure that appropriate Maintenance and Safety Standards are followed, and that the kitchen team strictly adheres to state and federal regulations when it comes to food storage, handling and preparation and other safety and sanitation codes involving culinary utensils, kitchen equipment and overall cleanliness.

• Maintain Culinary Excellence Standards. Train, motivate and manage kitchen personnel and supervise culinary activities as assigned.

Qualifications:  

• Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience in high-volume, full-service kitchens..

• Knowledge of current catering industry trends.

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.

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