Commis Chef

Khansaheb Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Khansaheb Group in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, seeks a Commis Chef to support the pastry section under the Head Chef. You will assist in preparation, presentation, and consistency of bakery items, and help maintain hygiene and safety in the kitchen.

The role involves following standard recipes, portioning and stocking duties, and assisting with stock takes and wastage control. Minimum 2 years pastry experience and a Diploma or Higher Education are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in pastry section.
• Ability to work well in a team and in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent level of physical fitness.
• Knowledge of basic preparation, presentation and preservation of food.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and preparation of bakery items.
• Commis and cutting duties in bakery operations.
• Basic English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Work as directed by the Chef de Partie in the assigned section.
• Ensure all food is prepared in line with standard recipes.
• Ensure all food items are sent to the correct area on time.
• Assist the Chef de Partie with the preparation, presentation, decoration and menu dishes.
• Control wastage by proper planning and utilization.
• Conduct stock takes and compile stock lists to help with order requirements.
• Ensure work areas are kept safe and hygienic at all times.
• Maintain personal equipment used to fulfill the job, e.g. knives.
• Attend meetings and training courses as required.
• Check meat stocks in refrigerators and freezers in terms of availability and condition.
• Ascertain daily requirements for the order period.
• Take care of requisition of new stocks when necessary.
• Cut, trim and portion meat to the restaurant’s requirements.
• Ensure red meat is hung under optimum conditions.
• Take precautions against possible spoilage.
• Ensure regular stock takes are conducted.
• Perform any additional job-related tasks as needed and specified by the Supervisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Physical fitness

Food preparation

Dough preparation

Commis

Cutting

Baking basics

Dough handling

Bakery knowledge

Education

Diploma or Higher Education

Job description

Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode: On-site

Job Reference/ID: 1110

Job Description / Role:

Reporting to the Head Chef, the Commis Chef works towards achieving TRV’s vision and strategy in terms of providing innovative, high-quality, and simplistic food in line with TRV’s value proposition. The role is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of their individual BOH (Back of House) section operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work as directed by the Chef de Partie in the assigned section
• Ensure all food is prepared in line with standard recipes
• Ensure all food items are sent to the correct area on time
• Assist the Chef de Partie with the preparation, presentation, decoration and menu dishes
• Control wastage by proper planning and utilization
• Conduct stock takes and compile stock lists to help with order requirements
• Ensure work areas are kept safe and hygienic at all times
• Maintain personal equipment used to fulfill the job, e.g. knives
• Attend meetings and training courses as required
• Check meat stocks in refrigerators and freezers in terms of availability and condition
• Ascertain daily requirements for the order period
• Take care of requisition of new stocks when necessary
• Cut, trim and portion meat to the restaurant’s requirements
• Ensure red meat is hung under optimum conditions
• Take precautions against possible spoilage
• Ensure regular stock takes are conducted
• Perform any additional job-related tasks as needed and specified by the Supervisor

Experience Required:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in pastry section, supporting in preparations, etc.

Education Qualifications: Dubai Career Level: Mid Career (2+ years of experience) Education: Diploma or Higher Education Full time

Skills Required:

• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent level of physical fitness
• Knowledge of basic preparation, presentation and preservation of food
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and preparation of bakery items
• Commis
• Cutting
• Food preparation
• Dough preparation

Languages:

• Basic command of the English language

About the Company:

Khansaheb Group operates across construction, facilities management, property, engineering, and related services in the UAE. Career opportunities span civil engineering, project delivery, maintenance, property services, operations, commercial, finance, human resources, and technical support.

Company Industry:

Company Industry: Food and Beverage

Department / Functional Area:

Department / Functional Area: Food & Beverage

Closing Date: Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)