Dispatcher

DO & CO • Des Plaines, IL

3d • $47,000 - $50,000

About The Position

We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic Dispatcher to join our growing team in Des Plaines, IL!
About DO & CO
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 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.
What We Offer:
Pay range: $47,000-50,000 annually.
Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
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.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in a similar role.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Strong team leadership qualities and outstanding communication skills.
• High dedication to customer service with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with effective decision-making abilities.
• Hands-on approach to ensure all flights are successfully dispatched on time.
• Ability to quickly address and manage deficiencies within the transportation department.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficient in computer applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, motivate, and assist a large team of drivers and driver helpers, including managing schedules and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable rules and regulations.
• Receive important incoming calls and information from airline clients and the airport and communicate it to the respective departments.
• Comply with all food safety and hygiene regulations as outlined in the Food Safety Management System Handbook.
• Report any issues with the food safety management system to the manager and the hygiene and food safety team.
• Ensure all vehicles are in working condition, including compliance, fueling, and maintenance.
• Process all meal ordering information and ensure prompt and accurate distribution to all departments involved.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
• Maintain a safe workplace, and relay general information regarding department policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local laws to the public and concerned parties.
• Create, review, and maintain reports as necessary.
• Update and maintain transportation databases.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed