Commis I – Hot Kitchen

AimGulf; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotana is seeking passionate kitchen professionals for roles based in Abu Dhabi, with on-site work at Centro Al Manhal by Rotana and Al Rawda Arjaan by Rotana. The position emphasizes customer service, culinary excellence, and cost-conscious food preparation.

Ideal candidates will have a Diploma and a professional kitchen apprenticeship, strong English communication, and a collaborative mindset to maintain high hygiene and quality standards in a busy hotel kitchen.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in culinary arts.
• Professional kitchen apprenticeship or chefs training course.
• Experience in quality establishments.

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

Skills

Culinary skills

English communication

Understanding the Job

Taking Responsibility

Customer Focus

Teamwork

Education

Diploma

Kitchen apprenticeship

Job description

Job Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode:

On-site

Date Posted:

26 September 2026

Job Reference/ID:

JB5471973

Job Description / Role:

We are currently seeking for 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.

This position is based at Centro Al Manhal by Rotana & Al Rawda Arjaan by Rotana.

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

Experience Required:

• Previous experiences in quality establishments
• Proven track of food preparation, presentation and preservation knowledge

Education Qualifications:

• Diploma
• Professional kitchen apprenticeship or chefs training course

Skills Required:

• Good culinary skills
• Ability to communicate in English
• Understanding the Job
• Taking Responsibility
• Customer Focus
• Teamwork

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

Nationality:

GCC National

About the Company:

Abu Dhabi headquartered hotel management company and one of the largest homegrown operators in the Middle East and Africa. Founded in the 1990s, Rotana manages properties under Rotana Hotels and Resorts, Centro, Rayhaan, Arjaan, and Edge, covering business hotels, resorts, and serviced apartments across the Gulf, Africa, and Eastern Europe.

Company Industry:

Hospitality

Closing Date:

26 November 2026