Commis 1-2

NH Collection Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NH Collection Hotels & Resorts in Dubai is seeking a Commis I to support the kitchen team with mise en place and high-quality food delivery in line with recipes and HACCP standards.

You will assist senior chefs, maintain cleanliness, and follow safety protocols. Culinary qualification or training is preferred, with prior hotel or resort kitchen experience advantageous.

Qualifications

• Culinary qualification or relevant professional training is preferred.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally within a hotel, resort or quality restaurant environment.
• Good understanding of basic cooking techniques, food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP and safe food-handling practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays according to operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and complete daily mise en place according to recipes, production requirements and instructions from senior chefs.
• Cook and prepare assigned dishes to the required quality, portion and presentation standards.
• Support the Chef de Partie and senior kitchen team during preparation and service.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, labelled and handled safely and hygienically.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the assigned workstation, equipment and kitchen areas.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, HACCP and health and safety requirements at all times.
• Check the freshness and quality of ingredients before use and report any concerns to the supervising chef.
• Assist with the proper receipt, storage and rotation of food products, following FIFO principles.
• Minimise food waste through correct preparation, portioning, storage and handling.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and utensils are used correctly and safely.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues to support smooth and timely kitchen operations.
• Assist other sections of the kitchen when operationally required.
• Participate in briefings, training and other departmental activities.
• Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or Head Chef.

Skills

Culinary training

Kitchen experience

Food safety

FIFO principles

Team communication

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Job Location: La Suite Dubai Hotel & Apartment NH Collection Hotels & Resorts showcases captivating hotels housed in authentic landmark buildings across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. Thoughtfully designed with an eclectic-elegant atmosphere, our hotels are built to evoke extraordinary feelings - paying great attention to stimulating details that create truly memorable moments.

We welcome business travellers, friends, and couples seeking premium service, and we craft experiences centred on wellbeing, gastronomy, culture, and pure indulgence. If you are passionate about creating those extraordinary moments for every guest, NH Collection is the place to do it. Feel the extraordinary.

The Commis I supports the kitchen team in preparing and delivering high-quality food in accordance with established recipes, presentation standards, food safety requirements and operational procedures. The role assists senior chefs with daily mise en place and service while maintaining a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and complete daily mise en place according to recipes, production requirements and instructions from senior chefs.
• Cook and prepare assigned dishes to the required quality, portion and presentation standards.
• Support the Chef de Partie and senior kitchen team during preparation and service.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, labelled and handled safely and hygienically.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the assigned workstation, equipment and kitchen areas.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, HACCP and health and safety requirements at all times.
• Check the freshness and quality of ingredients before use and report any concerns to the supervising chef.
• Assist with the proper receipt, storage and rotation of food products, following FIFO principles.
• Minimise food waste through correct preparation, portioning, storage and handling.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and utensils are used correctly and safely.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues to support smooth and timely kitchen operations.
• Assist other sections of the kitchen when operationally required.
• Participate in briefings, training and other departmental activities.
• Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or Head Chef.

Qualifications & Experience

• Culinary qualification or relevant professional training is preferred.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally within a hotel, resort or quality restaurant environment.
• Good understanding of basic cooking techniques, food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP and safe food-handling practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays according to operational requirements.