Cold Kitchen Non Halal - Kitchen Helper

We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic, energetic, and eager Cold Kitchen Helper in Des Plaines, IL

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: 

• Assist chefs and cooks with basic kitchen tasks, such as preparation of hot and cold meals (halal and/or non-halal).
• Prepare food by washing, chopping, and dicing vegetables using a knife or peeling machine.
• Assist with making sauces or salads, and marinating foods.
• Ensure adequacy of supplies at the cooking stations.
• Assist senior team members in the running of a busy kitchen.
• Store ingredients and food items according to food safety standards and follow the guidance of the executive or sous chef.
• Handle deliveries and assist with stock rotation.
• Comply with all food safety and hygiene regulations as stated in the food safety management system handbook.
• Report problems related to food safety to management and the hygiene & food safety team.
• Always keep the immediate work area clean and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Proactive and self-organized. 
• Ability to manage through a substantial workload. 
• Capability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks within the given time to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to accurately monitor wastage.
• Food and beverage/kitchen experience preferred.
• Flexibility (different shifts - night, weekends, holidays)

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.