Commis Chef

Khansaheb Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Khansaheb Group in Dubai is seeking a mid-career Chef de Partie to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, simple dishes. You will manage your section of the back-of-house operations, ensure recipes are followed, and maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of food preparation experience, good English, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen. The role requires full-time attendance and a proactive approach to learning and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in food preparation.
• Basic command of the English language.
• Ability to work well in a team and in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and preparation of stocks/sauces.

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 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 areas are kept safe and hygienic at all times.
• Attend meetings and training courses as required.
• Check meat stocks in refrigerators and freezers for availability and condition.
• Cut, trim and portion meat to restaurant requirements.
• Ensure red meat is hung under optimum conditions.
• Take precautions against spoilage.
• Perform any additional job-related tasks as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Physical fitness

Basic English

Food preparation knowledge

Cooking techniques

Education

Diploma or Higher Education

Job description

Dubai Career Level: Mid Career (2+ years of experience) Education: Diploma or Higher Education Full time 5 days ago

Role Purpose:

Reporting to the Head Chef in working towards achieving TRV's vision and strategy in terms of providing innovative, high-quality, and simplistic food in line with TRV's value proposition. Responsible of ensuring the smooth running of their individual BOH section operation.

Key Task and 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
• Ensure all food is prepared in line with standard recipes
• Ensure all food items are sent to the correct area on time
• Ensure work areas are kept safe and hygienic at all times
• Perform any additional job-related tasks as needed and specified by the Supervisor

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent level of physical fitness
• Basic command of the English language
• Knowledge of basic preparation, presentation and preservation of food
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and preparation of basic stocks/sauces
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Food preparation, like vegetable cutting, cleaning, etc.