Commis Chef

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will assist senior chefs in food preparation and cooking, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure smooth daily operations. This role requires attention to detail, a commitment to hygiene and food safety, and a willingness to learn and grow within a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Role Purpose:

The primary purpose of a Commis Chef is to support the kitchen team in maintaining smooth and efficient kitchen operations. By assisting senior chefs and cooks, the Commis Chef ensures that food preparation, cooking, and kitchen organisation run seamlessly, while upholding high standards of hygiene and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist senior chefs in the preparation and cooking of food according to recipes and standards.

• Perform essential kitchen tasks, including chopping, peeling, and portioning ingredients, as required.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including workstations, utensils, and equipment.

• Monitor and manage inventory levels, ensuring ingredients are stocked and reporting supply needs to the chef or manager.

• Ensure strict adherence to food safety standards, hygiene practices, and health regulations.

• Support the team in preparing items for service and accurately forecast ingredient requirements to avoid shortages.

• Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff or kitchen helpers.

• Address operational issues in the kitchen promptly to maintain workflow efficiency.

• Follow company policies, procedures, and operational standards at all times.

Requirements:

• A good understanding of English, both verbal and written.

• Valid food handling certificate, demonstrating knowledge of safe food preparation and hygiene practices.

• Excellent customer service skills, with a friendly, positive, and approachable attitude.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and maintain high energy during busy periods.

• Willingness to follow company policies, food safety regulations, and operational procedures consistently.

• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Eagerness to learn, adapt quickly, and gain product knowledge, including juice preparation, ingredient benefits, and health-focused offerings.