Overview

Specialty Cook - Asian Cuisine

Job Description

dnata is one of the world's largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

What We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Package: Full-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental & VisionComplimentary Daily Meals: EnjoyFREE breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift

Our Mission:

- To be the word's most admired air and travel provider

Our Core Values:

- We Are Protected
- We Are Future Thinkers
- We Play To Win
- We Respect Everyone and Work As A Team

As a Specialty Cook - Asian cuisine at dnata Catering, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences to our airline clients. With a focus on creating high-quality specialty dishes, your expertise and passion for cooking will shine through in every meal you prepare. Collaborating closely with the culinary team, you will be responsible for executing specialized recipes and techniques to meet the unique demands of our clients and their passengers. Your creativity and attention to detail will be crucial in ensuring that each dish is visually appealing, flavorful, and meets the highest standards of quality. From executing menus for VIP clients to preparing gourmet dishes for first-class passengers, your ability to consistently deliver exquisite meals will set dnata Catering apart in the aviation catering industry. Additionally, as a Specialty Cook, you will be responsible for monitoring ingredient levels, ensuring proper storage, and adhering to food safety guidelines at all times.



Your commitment to maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment will contribute to the overall efficiency and safety of our operations. By working collaboratively with the culinary team and following established procedures, you will help dnata Catering exceed customer expectations and deliver memorable dining experiences.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Experience in producing high-volume, high-quality food from menus.
- Must have experience with various cooking duties – (grilling, preparing sauces, etc.)
- Operating a traditionalAsian cuisine cooking such items as meat and vegetables.
- PreparingAsian cuisine sauces, and desserts as per standard and style set by the Head Chef(s)
- Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills, burners/pans, and other cooking equipment
- Able todemonstratea thorough understanding of traditionalAsian cuisine including desserts.
- Ensure the correct preparation and presentation standard of the dishes is alwaysmaintained.
- Demonstrating tandoor techniques and cooking procedures to other staff if require
- Storing food in temperature-controlled freezers
- Checking on food supplies andadvisingthe supervisor of any requirements
- Knowledge of HACCP/GMP is a plus, mustcomply withproper food handling policies and procedures.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Other duties as assigned by unit Supervisors.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Minimum of an Associate's Degree three (2) years in (culinary) in culinary field or appropriate continuing education experience and relevant work experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experience in producingAsian cuisine




- Flexibility to perform assigned tasks independently or as part of a team.
- Formal training in food, safety; regulatory compliance a plus
- HACCP knowledge.
- Excellent attention to detail and self-organized
- Ability to deal with a heavy workload.
- Ability to accuratelymonitor
- Flexibility (different shifts - night, weekends, holidays).
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work with tight deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
- Strong prioritization skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks.
- Valid food handler's certificate or equivalent.

Intellectual/Social demands:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

Work environment:

The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud

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