Commis II at InterContinental Fujairah Resort

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Fujairah; On-site; AED 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room to Belong

Competitive pay and benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts' InterContinental Fujairah Resort is seeking a Commis II to support the kitchen team with basic food preparation and daily operations, under guidance from the Chef de Partie. You will follow recipes, ensure food safety and hygiene, and contribute to timely service in a luxury five-star setting.

Ideal candidates will have a culinary degree or certificate and be prepared to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in culinary arts.
• Experience in kitchen or culinary roles preferred.
• Basic knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef de Partie and senior kitchen team in daily operations while maintaining quality and sanitation standards.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, portioning and proper storage.
• Assist with mise en place and basic food preparation according to recipes and instructions.
• Support timely service while maintaining food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Maintain proper food hygiene, HACCP, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and FIFO rotation of ingredients.
• Follow all hotel SOPs, health, safety, fire, and hygiene procedures.
• Keep workstations, utensils, and equipment clean, organized, and in good condition.
• Report any equipment or food safety concerns to the Chef de Partie.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary basics

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Food safety (HACCP)

Teamwork

Education

Culinary degree/certificate

Job description

As the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.

The InterContinental Fujairah Resort is situated on the shoreline of the exquisite Al Aqah Beach, beneath the spectacular backdrop of the Hajjar Mountains. An exceptional destination where Arabian hospitality meets luxury. With 190 rooms, indoor & outdoor event space, restaurants & bar. With over 30 languages and countries represented by the staff, the hotel weaves together an international five-star resort presence.

What's your passion? Whether you're into knitting, kite flying or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU! We love people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who help us create great brands guests love. And we're looking for more people like this to join our dynamic & committed team at the InterContinental Fujairah Resort.

Your Day to Day:

As a Commis II, you will support the kitchen team with basic food preparation and daily kitchen operations while developing your culinary skills. You will follow instructions from the Chef de Partie and senior chefs to ensure food is prepared safely, efficiently, and according to hotel standards.

Some of your main role responsibilities are:

• Support the Chef de Partie and senior kitchen team in daily operations while maintaining quality and sanitation standards
• Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, portioning and proper storage
• Assist with mise en place and basic food preparation according to recipes and instructions
• Support timely service while maintaining food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Maintain proper food hygiene, HACCP, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and FIFO rotation of ingredients.
• Follow all hotel SOPs, health, safety, fire, and hygiene procedures.
• Keep workstations, utensils, and equipment clean, organized, and in good condition.
• Report any equipment or food safety concerns to the Chef de Partie.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Ideally, you'll have some or all of the following competencies and experience we're looking for:

• Completion of a degree or certificate in culinary arts
• Previous kitchen or culinary experience; experience as a Chef or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, kitchen hygiene, HACCP, and food safety standards.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for extended periods.
• Physically able to lift, push, pull, bend, and kneel as required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

In return, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and a chance to work with a great team of talented people. Most importantly, we'll give you the Room to Belong.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.