Commi Chef

A Commis Chef is a junior cook who supports senior chefs by performing fundamental tasks like prepping ingredients (washing, chopping), cooking basic items, maintaining kitchen hygiene, managing stock, and ensuring food safety, all while learning essential culinary techniques to build their career in a high-pressure kitchen environment, reporting to a Sous Chef and working various sections.

Key Responsibilities:

• Food Preparation:

Washing, peeling, chopping vegetables/fruits; seasoning meats;preparing basic sauces/salads; portioning ingredients.

• Cooking Support:

Assisting chefs with cooking dishes according to recipes and specifications.

• Stock & Inventory:

Receiving deliveries, checking quality, rotating stock, monitoring usage, and minimizing waste.

• Hygiene & Safety:

Maintaining cleanliness of workstations, adhering to food safety (HACCP/Health Codes), proper storage, and reporting equipment issues.

• Kitchen Operations:

Organizing supplies, cleaning equipment, and ensuring compliance with company standards.

Essential Skills & Qualities:

• Technical: Knowledge of basic food prep, kitchen equipment, and safety standards.
• Soft Skills: Stamina, attention to detail, strong communication, ability to learn quickly, and teamwork.
• Attitude: Passion for food, dedication, consistency, and a proactive approach to learning.

Job Type: Full-time