About the role#
DO & CO offers a paid, hands-on externship for students from the Institute of Culinary Education. You will gain practical experience in a high-volume culinary environment by supporting the preparation of meals for airline catering and luxury operations. Placements are available in the Hot Kitchen, Cold Kitchen, or Pastry and Baking departments. This is a full-time, 210-hour program that provides mentorship and exposure to large-scale production.
What you'll do#
- Prepare menu items following recipes, specifications, and production schedules.
- Develop skills in knife work, measurements, and the use of commercial kitchen equipment.
- Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized workstation.
- Label, store, and rotate products using FIFO standards.
- Follow HACCP, temperature control, and food safety procedures to prevent cross-contamination.
- Inspect ingredients and finished products for quality, temperature, and portion accuracy.
- Receive and apply coaching from chefs and supervisors.
- In the Hot and Cold Kitchen, you will prepare vegetables, proteins, stocks, and grains while practicing various cooking methods.
- In Pastry and Baking, you will assist with doughs, batters, custards, and chocolate work, as well as finishing and plating.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an eligible ICE Culinary Arts or Pastry and Baking Arts program.
- Authorization from ICE to begin an externship.
- Basic kitchen knowledge and an interest in high-volume production.
- Ability to work collaboratively and accept constructive feedback.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a sense of urgency.
- Commitment to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of a commercial kitchen.
- Flexible availability for early mornings, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Location & details#
- Location: Jamaica, New York.
- Compensation: $21.25 per hour.
- Schedule: Full-time with shifts based on business needs.
- Benefits: Complimentary meals are provided during scheduled shifts.
About DO & CO AG
DO & CO AG is an Austrian hospitality company founded in 1981. It operates across three primary segments including airline catering, international event catering, and a portfolio of restaurants, lounges, and hotels. The company maintains 32 locations across 12 countries on three continents. With a workforce of over 10,000 employees, it provides services for major events such as Formula 1 and the World Equestrian Festival.
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