Specialty Sous Chef, Turkish Cuisine

DO & CO • New York, NY

5d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

DO & CO is seeking a Specialty Sous Chef specializing in Turkish cuisine for its JFK/NY location. The role contributes to culinary innovation and menu development while preparing authentic Turkish dishes to recipe, portion, quality, taste, and presentation standards. It supports efficient kitchen production, ingredient freshness and waste reduction, and coordination with the kitchen team. The position also involves operating and maintaining kitchen equipment, following food-safety and sanitation requirements, and keeping the workstation clean and organized. The chef may travel or work at domestic and international events and must be flexible to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of professional cooking experience specializing in authentic Turkish cuisine; experience in a high-volume kitchen is preferred.
• Relevant training is required.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and consistent food quality.
• Familiarity with kitchen safety and sanitation protocols.
• Experience operating pasta machines, mixers, and related kitchen equipment.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work long hours on foot and in environments with varying temperatures.
• Ability and desire to travel or work at multiple domestic and international events.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts is highly desired.
• Experience in a high-volume kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute ideas for new Turkish dishes, flavor profiles, cooking techniques, menu development, and culinary innovation.
• Prepare and cook authentic Turkish dishes according to recipes and portion standards.
• Ensure meal components meet quality, taste, and presentation standards.
• Help monitor production to maintain efficiency and meet meal timelines.
• Handle and store ingredients properly to maintain freshness and minimize waste.
• Operate and maintain pasta-making equipment, including mixers, rollers, and cookers, safely and sanitarily.
• Coordinate cooking activities and communicate effectively with the kitchen team during meal preparation.
• Follow food-safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations in the company’s food safety management system.
• Keep the workstation clean and organized and compliant with hygiene standards.
• Promptly report food-safety, quality, or equipment issues to a supervisor or the hygiene team.

Benefits

• 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.
• Career-development opportunities nationally and internationally.
• Opportunity to represent and collaborate with a global leader in luxury gourmet entertainment.

What This Job Offers

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