We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic Executive Pastry Chef to join our growing Des Plaines 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, beyond our own expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Support in producing and creating high-end pastry products served daily to hundreds of international airline guests.
• Commitment to producing the highest quality of food, responsible for food quality.
• Organizing production procedures and meeting all deadlines.
• Ensuring all assigned responsibilities are completed by the end of the shift.
• Pastry preparation and production (cutting, peeling, mixing, assembling food items).
• Food plating and food packaging.
• Read, understand and follow menu specifications.
• Ordering food and dishes required for production.
• Support with writing the shift schedule (when needed).
• Compliance with all hygiene, quality as well as food and safety regulations and responsible for ensuring all staff adhere too (example, labeling foods as needed, ensuring kitchen areas and workstation are kept clean and tidy, and more).
• Problem solving and voicing ideas for improving internal efficiencies.
• Assist Pastry Chefs and Cooks with different tasks in the kitchen (as needed).
• Supervising and motivating the staff to work together as a team as well as individually.
• Learn to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks in the time given.
• Supervising, teaching, developing and facilitating of new and existing staff.
• Support Airline Presentations as needed (example, support with production of additional products to present to Airline Clients, and more).
• Support during Menu Changes/Cycle Changes as needed (example, familiarize yourself with new menus and recipes, train staff on new products, ensure smooth transition regarding the production of new products, and more).

What We Offer:

• Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
• Free Employee parking.
• Salaried employees are eligible for 401K – up to 3% company match.
• Healthcare Benefits such as Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• $25,000 Term Life Insurance at zero cost.
• 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.
• Travel and event opportunities!

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 makes you. That is what makes our team so special. #CHICAGOIND

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• Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
• Free Employee parking.
• Salaried employees are eligible for 401K – up to 3% company match.
• Healthcare Benefits such as Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• $25,000 Term Life Insurance at zero cost.
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• Travel and event opportunities!

• Excellent production skills for high end pastries.
• Knowledge of different techniques and cuisines.
• Hands-on, motivated team member.
• Ability to supervise, motivate and lead a team.
• Result-driven attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure in a high volume, fast paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Committed to delivering outstanding quality while adhering to food safety standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Creative, innovative approach to problems.
• 10 years of experience.