About the job Job Description Working hard to ensure that consistent, quality products are produced following all DO & CO standards Being a role model, leading a team and producing pastry according to the Head Pastry Chef/ Pastry Sous Chef schedule Insure of job pride and ownership and motivate the team to have the ability to adapt to stressful situations and deal with any emergencies or last-minute changes to production Planning production to the daily schedule and ensuring the exceptional DO & CO quality is maintained at its highest level with maximum efficiency in accordance with DO & CO regulations as set by the Quality Assurance team Coordinating, planning, and participating in the production, preparation, and presentation of meals in adherence to the menu specifications Checking daily inventory control and proceeding final ordering requests to the Purchasing team Forward, strategic thinking individual always looking to exceed targets and expectations of the unit whilst maintaining the collectiveness of the team and culture of DO & CO (OTIF performance is maintained) Monitoring wastage and ensuring processes are in place to keep food cost under control Understanding and ensuring operations adhere to all SOP’s and ALL relevant Critical Control Points, Health and Safety, Food safety and all legal requirements Ensuring the effective implementation of all policies and procedures, ensuring their consistent and compliant application Constantly performing quality control checks to ensure specifications are met on all produced pastry Maintaining good working relationships with all DO & CO family members Defining systems of working to ensure quality of product, problems are resolved with solutions and continuous improvement initiatives are instigated Taking responsibility for all your actions, support your team, and celebrate successes as a family Company Description Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress. Qualifications Demonstrated experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie with proficiency in managing multiple sections within a high-volume kitchen environment. Exceptional knife skills, ensuring precision and efficiency in pastry preparation. Ability to conceptualize and design unique pastry items that reflect current trends and cater to various dietary preferences. Proficiency in a wide range of pastry techniques, including but not limited to tempering chocolate, making custard, mouse, and preparing various pastry doughs Meticulous approach to measuring ingredients, decorating pastries, and presenting finished products to ensure consistency and quality. Experience in airline catering is advantageous, though not a prerequisite. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced culinary settings, maintaining composure and productivity under pressure. Ambitious and driven to create and deliver high-quality pastry dishes that exceed guest expectations. Excellent communication skills in English, facilitating effective collaboration within a diverse team. Strong team player, contributing positively to a cooperative work environment. Flexibility in work availability is crucial, as the Production Kitchen operates seven days a week, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Additional Information We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: £31,000.00 per year Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme Save money and time with On-Site Free Meals Expand your skills and knowledge through our in-house training opportunities. A business where you can have a real impact, we’re not afraid of new ideas! Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status #docolondon Department: Pastry Language required: English. The company As a global powerhouse within the hospitality and airline industry, DO & CO is one of the most exciting and revered businesses across the globe. From the pit lane of the Formula 1, through the iconic restaurants & hotels of Vienna and Munich, to the culinary delights served at 37,000 feet, DO & CO offers anyone joining an incredible journey to the top. At DO & CO luxury and elegance are at the forefront of everything we do. Our secret to success lies in the unwavering dedication of our staff members, who are passionate hosts committed to ensuring that each and every one of our guests feels welcomed, comfortable, and well-cared for. Whether you are traveling for business or leisure, our team is always ready to go above and beyond to provide you with the highest level of service and attention to detail. With a reputation for flexibility, personal service, and exceptional product quality, DO & CO is synonymous with luxury and elegance. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of our business, from the quality of our products to the excellence of our service. Our employees are the heart of our brand, and it is their exceptional dedication, love for detail, and adherence to our service-oriented principles that make DO & CO truly unique and unmistakable in the marketplace.
We have a fixed term contract (till January 2026) opportunity to join our front of house team at Plane Food Heathrow Terminal 5 as a Guest Server. Plane Food is a newly designed, state of the art restaurant situated airside at Heathrow Terminal 5. The restaurant offers passengers a wide variety of fantastic dining options - from breakfast to & agrave; la carte dining, express menus and picnics to take away, the choices are endless. Guests can also relax in our cocktail bar and enjoy delicious drinks and carefully selected wines. We are looking for full time and part time Guest Servers on a fixed term contract until January 2026. What you do as a Guest Server: · You will be responsible for delivering a seamless front of house guest experience (welcome of guests, introduction of order at table (OAT), running food and beverage to tables, maintaining an efficient standard of service…) · You will ensure that the guest journey is consistently seamless, always maintaining impeccable and efficient standards. · Your will support the Management team in ensuring that the guest experience is of the highest standard whilst also ensuring that the pass is clean and tidy and to run food and drinks to the guests in a timely manner following their order being placed What’s in it for you: · Competitive Pay Rate · Wage stream employer-Employees can access up to 50% of wages before payday · Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally including WSET Accreditation Levels 1-3 · Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energizing and professional restaurant environment · A fantastic 50% staff discount on food and drink in UK restaurants · 50% discount on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses for you and Friends & Family · Preferential Room Rates at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants partner hotels · 30% Discount on bookings for your Friends & Family in all UK Restaurants · MYNDUP - you can get up to 2 hours a month free, anonymous mental health support & wellbeing, counselling or therapy · 50% off Membership to CODE which includes unlimited access to industry offers across restaurants, bars and hotels · Amazing family meals on duty ** We are looking for full time and part time Guest Servers on a fixed term contract until January 2026 ** If you have a love for hospitality, a passion for creating memorable guests experiences, and are looking to develop your career in a best-in-class restaurant group, we would love to hear from you. We do receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact those who have been successful in moving to the next stage of the recruitment process. At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are driven to be an inclusive employer, we are devoted to creating an environment where our amazing teams can thrive, and our aim is to put people at the heart of everything we do. We want our teams to be their authentic self and we truly celebrate diversity in every sense. We are successful at what we do by cultivating talented teams with diverse skills & backgrounds. Everyone is welcome in our Gordon Ramsay Restaurants family. As we continue to grow and build the business, we are committed to putting diversity, equality, and inclusion at the forefront.
About the role: As we continue to grow at great speed, we need an energetic Junior Designer to join the team. Bursting with ideas and a hunger to learn on the job. This role sits within a multidisciplinary team, covering a range of work from social content to IRL activations. The perfect candidate will be hardworking and willing to roll their sleeves up and do whatever is needed to deliver for our clients – this can involve long hours when deadlines are due. Reporting to the Senior Designer, you will be responsible for delivering assets to engage and delight our clients’ followers. You’ll need to be motivated & positive; a can-do mentality is a must. We have a flat structure and believe no idea is a bad idea so there is lots of room to make your mark when it comes to design, ideation, process and structure. So if you’re hungry to make a positive mark, come on in. Key Responsibilities: Creative ideation and rollout of brand assets across digital and social platforms. A high attention to detail with an eye for typography and layout. Actioning feedback and amends to a high standard. Positive attitude with a desire to learn new skills, inquisitive mind for new tools. Maintaining client brand assets and filing system. Staying up-to-date with visual trends. Shaping our of brand through a variety of touch points like internal comms and social content. Chip in to all levels of the process, whether it be artworking, making amends, coming up with new concepts for a campaign or art direction ideas. Nothing is too big or small when the job needs to be done! You’ll work within the design team with the opportunity to learn from a diverse, multi-disciplinary team. What do I need to have to deliver this role: 1-2 years design experience Working knowledge of the Adobe suite (bonus if you have motion or video editing experience). A portfolio filled with ideas, experiments and some brand work. We want to see your personality not just a client list! Organisational mind for tackling versioning and owning it. Solid knowledge of social media platforms and what content works and why. Adept at taking briefs and working on your own initiative, having the confidence to ask questions, turning to your peers for support and guidance where needed Ability to work under pressure and deliver on time. A hard worker who’s not afraid to pull your sleeves up and get on with it. We’re a client service business and from time-to-time we have to work late to meet deadlines. Ambitious, growth mindset, hungry to succeed, with a passion for best-in-class creativity and perfection in delivery. An excellent communicator able to work with people at all levels from different functions. Have your own voice, we want to hear it. A superb sense of humour Key attributes and responsibilities: Craft, create and design across social media content plans, social media creative assets, presentation decks and creative campaigns Work with other Mid-Weight Designers and Senior Designers to support on social media design craft and capability, ensuring deliverables are of the highest quality Help to define creative concepts and establish design assets that are feasible and innovative in the social media space Excellent knowledge of social media and digital design as a discipline and a practice - from a standalone asset for social to a multi-social platform campaign, under the guidance of a more senior member of the design team Passion for innovation (particularly in the design for sport) and pushing the boundaries of client design work Excellent attention to detail when creating social media design assets Work with the strategy, digital and social media teams to deliver the requirements of each brief against the deadline A team player, who has a proactive, positive can-do approach with a willingness to work hard and learn new skills Self-sufficient and able to work independently in a fast-paced social media environment when required Great communication skills, from giving/receiving feedback and wider team communications. The role is for you, if: A graduate with a design degree