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Chinese Cuisine Chef

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Des Plaines, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,000–$75,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Cantonese Chinese Language, Catering Services, Chinese Language, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Culinary Operations, Diversity, Entertainment and Media, Federal Laws and Regulations, Food Flavor, Food Presentation, Food Quality, Food Services, Health Plan, Menu Development, Quality Metrics, Restaurant, Safety Codes, Safety Standards, Sanitation, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Des Plaines, IL
POSTED
1 day ago
Chinese Cuisine Chef

We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic, energetic, and eager Chinese Cuisine Chef in Des Plaines, IL!

About DO & CO

We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every elevated floor and in the sky. With our three business segments, AirlineCatering, International Event Catering, Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, we offer gourmet entertainment all over the world. We operate in 33 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:
  • Manage day-to-day Kitchen operations and culinary team in an assigned area. Execute Daily Food Service, Quality, Technique, Portion, Presentation and Food Cost Control.
  • Examine the freshness of ingredients and participate in food tastings. Standardize Production Recipes to ensure consistent quality.
  • Ensure there is no shortages or discrepancies in products or ingredients and inform the Executive Chef accordingly.
  • Ensure production processes, quality standards and deadlines are met.
  • Ensure products always meet the meal specifications and the utmost quality standards
  • Ensure that appropriate Maintenance and Safety Standards are followed and that kitchen team strictly adheres to state and federal regulations when it comes to food storage, handling and preparation and other safety and sanitation codes involving culinary utensils, kitchen equipment and overall cleanliness.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience in high-volume, full-service kitchens.
  • Chinese (Cantonese, Sichuan, or regional specialties)
  • Skilled in Asian culinary fundamentals, such as wok cookery, stock and broth preparation, steaming, dumpling production, stir-fry methods, rice and noodle mastery, and traditional seasoning profiles.
  • Experience designing or supporting Asian-inspired menus, including menu development, tasting execution, and cost-efficient ingredient sourcing.
  • Knowledge of current catering and global culinary trends.
  • Ability to work long hours on foot and in environments with varying temperatures.
  • Ability (and desire) to travel/work multiple events both domestically and internationally.
  • Flexibility to work different shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays) based on business needs.

What We Offer:
  • Competitive Pay Rate: 65,000-75,000
  • Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
  • FT employees are eligible for 401K and medical benefits: medical, dental, and vision.
  • 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 by attending world-class events.

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.

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