Head of Crew Control (m / f / d)

DO & CO AG; Wien; Vor Ort; EUR 50.778 - 60.822; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

DO & CO AG in Vienna invites applications for Head of Crew Control to lead event staffing across national and international flagship events. You will coordinate culinary, service and logistics teams and serve as the central contact for the crew on site.

The ideal candidate has a proven leadership track record in fast‑paced premium hospitality, superb German and English, and a highly organized, people‑focused approach to managing teams of up to 250 staff. Some travel to events is required.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in a comparable leadership role in hospitality or similar environment.
• Structured, detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to coordinate teams up to 250 employees.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; supports career development.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Aufgaben

• Act as primary contact for culinary, service and logistics teams at national and international flagship events.
• Oversee staff scheduling and ensure effective implementation.
• Provide solution-oriented support for day-to-day operational challenges.
• Manage travel arrangements for event teams (flights, accommodation, local transport).

Kenntnisse

Leadership

People management

Scheduling

Travel coordination

Interpersonal skills

German language

English language

Willingness to travel

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Head of Crew Control (m/f/d) you will serve as the central point of contact for the entire event crew across the DO & CO Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for culinary, service and logistics teams at national and international flagship events (Formula 1, FIFA World Cups, UEFA European Championships, golf and tennis tournaments, ski races, and exclusive private events in Austria).
• Oversee staff scheduling and ensure effective implementation.
• Provide solution‑oriented support to employees in resolving day‑to‑day operational challenges.
• Manage all travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation and local transportation for event teams.

Company Description

DO & CO is one of the world’s leading premium hospitality and catering companies, employing more than 17,000 people across over 20 countries. The group includes the brands k. & k. Hofzuckerbäckerei Demel, HENRY, and HEDIARD. Locations include Austria, Türkiye, Germany, England, Spain, Italy, Poland, South Korea, and the United States.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a comparable leadership role, ideally within a fast‑paced premium hospitality or similarly demanding environment.
• A genuine passion for working with people and an approachable, open‑minded personality.
• A structured, detail‑oriented and highly organized way of working.
• Proven ability to coordinate small teams as well as larger groups of up to 250 employees.
• Passion for your profession, strong team spirit, and the ability to motivate and inspire others with a positive attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in supporting employees throughout their career development.
• Willingness to travel internationally to major events.
• Excellent written and spoken German and English; additional languages are an advantage.

Work Environment

• Dynamic, motivated, and young team at the international headquarters in Vienna’s 1st district.
• Close collaboration with DO & CO’s international catering teams and local event partners.
• Responsible and varied leadership role with a high level of autonomy.
• International travel to prestigious events.
• Individual career development opportunities at national and international levels.
• Daily complimentary freshly prepared lunch and fresh fruit.

Benefits

Starting salary from €5,000 gross per month (full‑time, all‑in contract). The salary may be higher depending on qualifications and agreement.

Location: Heart of Vienna, near the Vienna State Opera.

Valid Austrian work permit required.