Kitchen Helper

DO & CO • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a hardworking and motivated Kitchen Helper to join our growing New York culinary team!
About DO & CO
We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every elevated floor and in the sky. With our three business segments, Airline Catering, 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.

Requirements

• Previous food and beverage, kitchen, or food-production experience preferred.
• Familiarity with basic kitchen operations and food-preparation techniques.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Comfortable working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment with strict deadlines.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Capable of following recipes, instructions, and kitchen procedures accurately.
• Strong attention to detail in food preparation, cleanliness, quality, and presentation.
• Proactive, dependable, and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Comfortable standing and working on your feet for extended periods.
• Willing to work in environments with varying temperatures, including hot and refrigerated areas.
• Flexible availability, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs and cooks with the daily operations of a high-volume hot and cold kitchen.
• Support the preparation of hot and cold meals according to company recipes, quality standards, and production requirements, including Halal and non-Halal food preparation when applicable.
• Wash, peel, chop, slice, dice, and portion vegetables and other ingredients using appropriate kitchen tools and equipment.
• Assist with preparing sauces, salads, marinades, and other meal components.
• Support food plating, assembly, and general preparation during production and service periods.
• Ensure cooking stations are adequately stocked with ingredients, equipment, and supplies.
• Receive deliveries and assist with unloading, organizing, rotating, and replenishing food supplies.
• Store ingredients and prepared food according to food safety standards and guidance from the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
• Monitor product quality and food waste accurately.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, organized, and safe kitchen stations, utensils, equipment, storage areas, and workspaces.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations outlined in the Food Safety Management System handbook.
• Report food safety, product quality, or operational concerns to management and the Hygiene and Food Safety team.
• Support a positive, cooperative, and efficient kitchen environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.

Benefits

• Pay rate: $21.35 per hour.
• Complimentary daily meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible full-time employees.
• 401(k) eligibility for full-time employees.
• A workplace committed to innovation, creativity, and exceptional hospitality.
• Genuine career-development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The opportunity to represent and collaborate with a global leader in luxury gourmet entertainment.

What This Job Offers

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