Vegetable Prep Supervisor – New York

Join the DO & CO family as a Vegetable Prep Supervisor in our New York unit! We're a global hospitality company passionate about culinary excellence, operating in 32 locations across 12 countries and 3 continents. We offer a wide range of gourmet catering services, including airline catering, international event catering, and restaurants, lounges, and hotels. We're committed to refining classics, exploring new culinary frontiers, and consistently exceeding expectations.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, cut, and prepare various vegetables in large quantities for kitchen production.
• Prepare vegetables according to DO & CO and client specifications, adhering to approved procedures.
• Store vegetables in designated areas to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
• Ensure food and ingredient freshness by inspecting quality, tracking inventory, and rotating stock.
• Train and supervise staff on food preparation, sanitation, and safety protocols.
• Evaluate employee performance and procedures to maintain quality standards and service excellence.
• Monitor production usage and demand, adjusting food production as needed, and reporting to the Executive Chef.
• Record food and storage area temperatures (refrigerators, freezers).
• Accurately weigh and measure ingredients.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Supervise and participate in end-of-shift kitchen cleaning activities.
• Manage inventories of food, equipment, and small wares; report shortages to the Executive Chef.
• Report any food safety management system issues to your manager and the hygiene and food safety team.

Qualifications

• Proficient knife skills in vegetable preparation.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, move, pull, and push as needed.
• Ability to work in various temperature environments (cold and hot).
• Excellent training and motivational skills.
• Flexibility with varied shifts (nights, weekends, holidays).
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of vegetable preparation experience, including 2 years as a lead.
• Knowledge of different vegetable cutting styles.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• 401K Eligibility.
• Daily Complimentary Meals.
• Genuine career development opportunities, nationally and internationally.

• Proficient knife skills relevant to vegetable preparation.
• Experience in vegetable preparation (minimum 3 years, 2 as lead).
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.
• Strong training and motivational skills.
• Flexibility for different shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of vegetable cutting styles.