Commis I Hot Kitchen

YOSH; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary arts company based in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced South Indian Chef to join its kitchen team. The successful candidate will specialize in traditional and contemporary dishes, maintain high food safety standards, and support senior chefs in running kitchen operations efficiently. Ideal applicants will have 1-2 years of experience in high-end hospitality settings and possess strong cooking skills along with a flexible, team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in a hot kitchen environment.
• Strong foundation in cooking techniques like sautéing, roasting, and grilling.
• Understanding of HACCP procedures and allergen awareness.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible and willing to work varied shifts.
• Good spoken English; additional languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to menu specifications.
• Assist in mise en place and portioning ingredients.
• Support kitchen operations and senior chefs.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Keep workstations and kitchen areas clean.
• Participate in kitchen training and briefings.
• Assist with inventory management for kitchen ingredients.

Skills

Basic cooking techniques

Kitchen safety awareness

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility in schedule

Good spoken English

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced South Indian Chef specializing in traditional and contemporary dishes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook hot dishes such as sauces, soups, main courses and accompaniments according to menu specifications and quality standards.
• Assist in mise en place, portioning ingredients and assembly of menu items for service within the hot kitchen section.
• Support Chef de Partie and other senior chefs in the efficient running of kitchen operations.
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation and hygiene regulations at all times.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and correctly; report defects or hazards as required.
• Keep workstations, hot kitchen areas, equipment and storage areas clean, organised and presentable.
• Adhere to recipe guidelines, portion control measures and wastage minimisation policies.
• Participate in kitchen training, daily briefings and development sessions as directed by senior management.
• Assist with stock rotation, labelling and day-to-day inventory management for hot kitchen ingredients.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in a hot kitchen environment, ideally within high-end hotels, restaurants or private residences.
• Strong foundation in basic cooking techniques such as sautéing, roasting, grilling and boiling.
• Understanding of kitchen safety, HACCP procedures and allergen awareness.
• Keen attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced multicultural team environment.
• Flexible professional attitude with a willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required.
• Good spoken English; additional language skills are an advantage.