Commis Chef

MANAGISH; Dubai; On-site; AED 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Managish Dubai is seeking a Commis Chef to join our on-site kitchen team in Dubai. You will assist with daily food preparation, mise en place, cooking, and plating according to our recipes and standards.

We value hygiene, reliability, teamwork, and a proactive attitude. The role requires flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends, to support busy service and guest experience.

Qualifications

• Food preparation and cooking skills, ability to follow recipes and portion guidelines.
• Solid culinary skills including mise en place and familiarity with kitchen equipment.
• Commitment to hygiene and food safety standards, including proper cleaning and handling of ingredients.
• Effective communication to work with kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Previous experience as a Commis Chef or in an entry-level kitchen role is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends, in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of Middle Eastern cuisine or willingness to learn Managish’s menu and techniques.
• High level of reliability, punctuality, and proactive attitude toward learning and supporting the team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mise en place and daily food preparation.
• Cook and plate dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation during service.
• Follow hygiene and safety procedures in all tasks.
• Support senior chefs during busy service periods.

Skills

Food prep

Culinary skills

Hygiene & safety

Communication

Commis chef experience

Flexible shifts

Middle Eastern cuisine knowledge

Reliability & punctuality

Job description

Company Description

At Managish, we bring Levantine comfort food into a modern, fast-paced setting, and we’re growing across Sharjah, Dubai, and now Abu Dhabi. We’re building a kitchen team that cares about quality, consistency, and pride in every order. If you wants to learn, grow, and be part of a close-knit team that’s scaling up, we’d love to hear from you.

Role Description

The Commis Chef role at Managish is a full-time, on-site position based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Commis Chef supports the kitchen team with daily food preparation, cooking, and plating according to the restaurant’s standards and recipes. Responsibilities include assisting in mise en place, maintaining a clean and organized workstation, and ensuring all dishes are prepared consistently and on time. The role also involves following hygiene and security procedures, proper storage of ingredients, and supporting senior chefs during busy service periods. The Commis Chef collaborates with colleagues and communicates effectively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations and a positive guest experience.

Qualifications

• Food Preparation and Cooking skills, with the ability to follow recipes and portion guidelines.
• Solid Culinary Skills, including basic knife skills, mise en place, and familiarity with kitchen equipment.
• Commitment to Hygiene and food safety standards, including proper cleaning, sanitizing, and handling of ingredients.
• Effective Communication skills to work collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Previous experience as a Commis Chef or in an entry-level kitchen role in a restaurant or hotel is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of Middle Eastern cuisine or willingness to learn Managish’s menu and cooking techniques.
• High level of reliability, punctuality, and a proactive attitude toward learning and supporting the team.