Kitchen Helper

DO & CO AG; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily meals

Career growth opportunities

Global luxury hospitality

Job summary

DO & CO is seeking a Kitchen Helper to support our New York Team in a fast-paced culinary setting. You will assist chefs, prepare ingredients, and help with hot and cold dishes, ensuring quality and safety in every step.

This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work long shifts, including nights and weekends. Enjoy daily meals, growth opportunities, and involvement with luxury hospitality industry.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of kitchen operations and food preparation techniques.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen with tight deadlines.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs and senior kitchen team in daily hot and cold kitchen operations.
• Support preparation of hot and cold meals following recipes and standards.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning vegetables and items.
• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation, inventory, and replenishment.
• Ensure food handling and storage meet safety and sanitation regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of stations, utensils, and storage areas.
• Assist with plating and food preparation during production and service.
• Monitor quality and minimize food waste; report safety concerns.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Independent work

Time management

Attention to detail

Flexible shifts

Job description

We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic culinary Kitchen Helper to join our New York 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs and senior kitchen team members in the daily operation of a busy Hot and Cold Kitchen environment.
• Support the preparation of Hot and Cold meals in accordance with company recipes, quality standards, and operational needs, including Halal and Non-Halal food production where applicable.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, portioning, and dicing vegetables and other food items using kitchen tools and equipment.
• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation, inventory organization, and replenishment of supplies.
• Ensure all food is prepared, handled, and stored according to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations, utensils, equipment, storage areas, and workspaces.
• Assist chefs and cooks with plating, assembly, and general food preparation tasks during production and service periods.
• Monitor product quality and accurately minimize food waste.
• Report any food safety or operational concerns to management and the Hygiene & Food Safety Team.
• Support overall kitchen operations and teamwork in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of kitchen operations and food preparation techniques.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment with strict deadlines.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while following instructions and kitchen procedures accurately.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail in food preparation, cleanliness, and presentation.
• Ability to accurately monitor wastage and maintain quality standards.
• Proactive, reliable, and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work long hours on foot and in environments with varying temperatures.
• Flexibility to work different shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays) based on business needs.

What We Offer

• Pay rate: $17.45 hourly.
• 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.

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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