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.
Job Description
1. Ensure that all food products produced by DO & CO Event and Airline Catering have accurately completed product specifications (including allergen information), from approved suppliers, prior to launch
2. Approve product specifications, menus and/or allergen matrices for food products produced by DO & CO Event and Airline Catering before release.
3. Liaise with Technical, purchasing and suppliers, to provide timely, accurate, legally compliant technical support, ensuring product specifications, menus, allergen matrices are correct and fully approved prior to menu launch or cycle change
4. Highlight issues with non-compliant documentation, in good time, prior to launch or cycle change
5. Approve all specifications, or other documents, in-line with legal requirements, DO & CO Event and Airline Catering policies, procedures and ethical trading requirements
6. Liaise with menu specification team to ensure that product information is correct and compliant relevant documentation
7. Support the on-going review and development of the Food Safety & Quality Management System – including the Supplier Quality Assurance programme
8. Ensure the supplier approval and product specification system is effectively managed on an ongoing basis
9. Ensure best practice is shared across all relevant departments
10. Maintain an effective communication process to track changes and ensure all stakeholders have relevant information
11. Attend meetings with relevant departments to understand new ingredients and new menu launches
Qualifications
12. Passion for food, food safety and food quality standards
13. Advanced allergen training
14. Have a good understanding of food composition
15. Good understanding of basic nutrition
16. Strong literacy and numeracy skills
17. Be methodical in your approach with keen attention to detail
18. Can work in a fast-paced environment
19. Organised with the ability to plan and prioritise different tasks
20. Have strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to work in a team
21. Ability to analyse data and problem solve
22. Degree/HND in Food Science or related discipline
23. Knowledge of food labelling legislation and associated regulations
24. Competent IT experience (Microsoft Office programmes; Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), web-based programmes & data management systems
25. Strong project management skills and the ability to deliver to tight deadlines
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:
26. Competitive salary
27. Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme
28. Save money and time with On-Site Free Meals
29. Expand your skills and knowledge through our in-house training opportunities.
30. A business where you can have a real impact, we’re not afraid of new ideas!
31. Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally
32. The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market
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