Vegetable Preparation Supervisor

We have an exciting opportunity for a Vegetable Prep Supervisor to join our DO & CO Family.

In case you don’t know 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, 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. 

Responsibilities:

• Wash, peel, cut and prepare different vegetables in large quantities for further usage in the production kitchen.
• Prepare vegetables according to DO & CO’s and customers' instructions, following approved procedures and specifications.
• Store vegetables in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock. 
• Train and supervise workers in food preparation, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Observe and evaluate workers and work procedures to ensure quality standards and service are maintained.
• Monitor production usage and demand, adjust food production accordingly and prepare report to Executive Chef.
• Take and record the temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers.
• Weigh or measure ingredients and amounts.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils Supervise and participate in kitchen cleaning activities at the end of the shift.
• Control inventories of food, equipment, small ware, and report shortages to Executive Chef.
• Report problems with the food safety management system to their manager and the hygiene and food safety team.  

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be service-oriented and collaborative. 
• Ability to demonstrate proficient knife skills, relevant to the vegetable preparation area. 
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. 
• Ability to move, lift, carry, pull or push as needed.  
• Ability to work in a cold or hot environment. 
• Ability to train and motivate team. 
• Ability to do laborious job for an 8-hour work shift. 
• Must have Flexibility (different shifts - night, weekends, holidays)  
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. 
• Minimum of 3 years of vegetable preparation experience where 2 of them as vegetable preparation lead.
• Familiar with different types of vegetable cutting styles. 

What we offer

• Estimated salary range: $62,500 - $65,000 annually.
• Full time employees are eligible for 401K and healthcare full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision. 
• A wonderful workplace to call home, events, and fun colleagues.
• A business where you can have a real impact, we’re not afraid of new ideas! 
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market. 

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’s what makes our team so special.   

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