Career Opportunities: Commis 1 & 2 (Afya Restaurant) (176159)

Shangri-La Hotel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Stay/travel perks

Job summary

Shangri-La Hotel Abu Dhabi is seeking Commis 1 & 2 to support the culinary team in the daily preparation and production of food according to established recipes and hotel standards. You will assist with mise en place, cooking, and food preparation while maintaining consistency in quality, presentation, and portion control.

You will also maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety within the kitchen, and be flexible to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Strong teamwork and willingness to learn from senior chefs.
• Commitment to food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, mise en place, and cooking as directed by the Chef de Partie.
• Prepare ingredients and dishes according to standard recipes and portion requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organization of the kitchen and workstations.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and rotation of food items to minimize wastage.
• Follow instructions from senior chefs and work effectively as part of the culinary team.

Skills

Basic cooking knowledge

Recipe following

Teamwork

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts

Food Safety / HACCP knowledge

Job description

Commis 1 & 2

Shangri-La Group | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

About Us

Find Your Shangri-La in Shangri-La.

Traders focus on what matters most: efficient stays, thoughtful essentials, and dependable comfort. Here, efficiency is intelligent and stylish — helping travellers trade up for what truly counts. We create an experience that is both reliable and refined.

For our team, Traders means professionalism with purpose, where every detail is designed with clarity and care. Joining Traders means becoming part of a team that delivers hospitality that is efficient with wisdom, and reliable with character.

Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi offers 301 stylish guestrooms and suites, including 80 exclusive Traders Club rooms. Combining contemporary comfort with warm design, the hotel enjoys a prime location within the Qaryat Al Beri complex alongside Shangri-La properties, CHI, The Spa, and the Souk.

Traders Hotel, Abu Dhabi

As aCommis, you will support the culinary team in the daily preparation and production of food according to established recipes and hotel standards. You will assist with mise en place, cooking, and food preparation while maintaining consistency in quality, presentation, and portion control. You will also maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety within the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with food preparation, mise en place, and cooking as directed by the Chef de Partie.
• Prepare ingredients and dishes according to standard recipes and portion requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organization of the kitchen and workstations.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and rotation of food items to minimize wastage.
• Follow instructions from senior chefs and work effectively as part of the culinary team.

About You:

• Basic knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Strong teamwork and willingness to learn from senior chefs.
• Commitment to food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness.
• Flexible and willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts, Professional Cookery, or a related field preferred.
• Basic Food Safety / HACCP certification is an advantage.

Why Join Us:

• A workplace that values your passion and supports self-realization and personal growth.
• Structured learning and development pathways with real opportunities to advance your professional craft and leadership skills.
• Competitive benefits, recognition programs, and colleague stay/travel perks that reward your contribution and dedication.
• Teams that promote inclusion and respect, value diversity, and foster a secure environment where everyone can thrive

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcomed. All information provided by applicants will be treated in and used only for recruitment purposes.

We appreciate your interest in joining us. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.