Commis (Kitchen)

Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Service
Support
·
Execute daily mise
en place lists with speed and accuracy, including washing, peeling,
chopping, and portioning ingredients.
· Assist the Chef
de Partie with basic cooking techniques, including blanching,
sautéing, par-boiling, and making foundational sauces.
· Assist in plating
and garnishing dishes according to standard recipes and presentation
guidelines.
· Rotate between
different kitchen stations (such as larder, sauce, or pastry) as directed by
senior chefs to learn all aspects of the kitchen.
Kitchen Safety, Hygiene &
Maintenance
· Maintain a clean,
organized, and fully sanitized work station at all times.
· Adhere strictly
to HACCP guidelines, food safety regulations, and local health
codes.
· Monitor food
temperatures, label all prepared ingredients with dates, and log storage
temperatures daily.
· Assist with
deep-cleaning kitchen equipment, walk-in fridges, and prep areas at the end of
shifts.
Stock Management & Rotation
· Help receive daily
food deliveries, verifying ingredient quality, freshness, and correct
quantities against invoices.
· Store all inventory
immediately using the FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory
method to minimize food waste.
· Keep track of
station inventory levels and promptly alert the Sous Chef when supplies are
running low.
Job Requirements & Qualifications
Experience & Education
· 1–2 years of
experience in a professional kitchen environment (or a degree/certification
from a culinary arts school).
· Solid foundational
knowledge of classic knife cuts, food prep techniques, and commercial kitchen
equipment.
Skills & Core Competencies
· High energy and a
sense of urgency to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
· Strong listening
skills and the ability to follow precise verbal directions in a loud kitchen.
· Excellent teamwork
attitude, flexibility, and a strong willingness to learn from constructive
feedback.
· Basic understanding
of food safety, cross-contamination prevention, and sanitation standards.
Skills & Core Competencies
·
High energy and a sense of urgency to thrive in a fast-paced,
high-pressure environment.

Experience
1 - 2 Years

Employment type
Staff

Work arrangement
No