Commis I - Hot

Rotana; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotana in Dubai is seeking a passionate Commis I to join our kitchen team. You will support daily food preparation, work with chefs, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and consistency for guest meals.

The ideal candidate has a professional kitchen background, strong culinary skills, and good English communication. You will contribute to a multicultural team, learn new techniques, and help manage mise en place across stations.

Qualifications

• Professional kitchen apprenticeship or chef training required.
• Ability to communicate in English and demonstrate culinary skills.
• Experience in quality establishments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support senior kitchen staff in daily operation and food preparation.
• Follow menu specifications and portion control as directed by supervisors.
• Maintain hygienic work station and comply with hotel health and safety standards.
• Assist in stock checks and food cost control within your section.
• Prepare mise en place for service and support kitchen production.
• Follow instructions from superiors to complete daily tasks.
• Aim for highest standards and stay updated on products and techniques.
• Coordinate with other sections to ensure cleanliness and waste control.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Customer focus

Culinary basics

Education

Professional kitchen apprenticeship

Job description

We are currently seeking passionate and dynamic Kitchen professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.

As a Commis I you are responsible for the daily food preparation and duties assigned to meet the set standard and qualities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie in the daily operation and work
• Work according to the menu specifications by the Chef de Partie
• Keep work area at all times in hygienic conditions according to the rules set by the hotel
• Control food stock and food cost in your section
• Prepare the daily mis en place and food production in different sections of the main kitchen or satellites
• Follow the instructions and recommendations from the immediate Superiors to complete the daily tasks
• Ensure the highest standards and consistent quality in the daily preparation and keep up-to-date with the new products, recipes and preparation techniques
• Coordinate and participate with other sections of requirements, cleanliness, wastage and cost control

Education, Qualifications and Experience

You should have a professional kitchen apprenticeship or chefs training course and previous experience in quality establishments along with good culinary skills. The ability to communicate in English and a proven track of food preparation, presentation and preservation knowledge is an essential.

Knowledge and Competencies

The ideal candidate will be positively spirited and passionate about food and be committed to work together with the service team to deliver an amazing guest experiences every time.

You are a very positive, dynamic, creative and dedicated team player with the ability to work in a multicultural environment and under difficult condition, while possessing the following additional competencies

• Understanding the Job
• Taking Responsibility
• Recognizing Differences
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability
• Teamwork