We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic Pastry Sous 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, and beyond our own expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor wastage and complete assigned tasks within the given time to meet strict deadlines.
• Demonstrate creative baking techniques such as prepping, melting, measuring, tempering, baking, whipping, icing, layering, juicing, and decorating.
• Review menu specifications and ensure all pastry team members are following the guidelines.
• Maintain food cost levels through purchasing and wastage control.
• Motivate, train, and develop team members’ skills.
• Comply with all food safety and hygiene regulations as stated in the food safety management system handbook.
• Report problems with the food safety management system to their manager and the hygiene and food safety team.

What We Offer:

• Estimated salary/pay range: $64,000 to $68,000 annually.
• Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
• Salaried employees are eligible for 401K, Commuter Benefits, and Healthcare Benefits such as Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• An organization dedicated to fostering innovation; in pursuit of cultivating creativity, embracing new ideas and leveraging our impeccable standard for hospitality.
• 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 makes you. That is what makes our team so special. #CHICAGOIND

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• Estimated salary/pay range: $64,000 to $68,000 annually.
• Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
• Salaried employees are eligible for 401K, Commuter Benefits, and Healthcare Benefits such as Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Pastry/Bakery preferably with large production volume managing a team of at least 3 members.
• Full Knowledge of baking ingredients, measuring techniques, mixing methods, kitchen equipment, and baking times.
• Certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking or relevant field.