Commis II (Butchery) at InterContinental Dubai Marina

InterContinental Hotels Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Job summary

InterContinental Dubai Marina Hotel & Residences is seeking a Commis II (Butchery) to support a dynamic culinary team in a luxury hotel environment. You will help with meat prep, mise en place, and adherence to HACCP standards, contributing to high-quality, safe dishes daily.

You will learn from experienced chefs, maintain hygiene and proper storage, and grow in a fast-paced kitchen that delivers world-class dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a commis chef in a hotel or restaurant setting.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Passionate about food and cooking with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Culinary team in preparing dishes and setting up for service.
• Assist with preparation, trimming, deboning, and portioning of meat, poultry, and other butchery products.
• Ensure meat products are properly handled, labelled, stored and kept at correct temperatures in line with HACCP standards.
• Play a key role in food pick-up, ensuring efficiency and quality while following HACCP standards.
• Provide assistance to senior chefs in day-to-day operations and learning on the job.
• Maintain butchery equipment and workstations, ensuring cleanliness and sanitization after use.
• Monitor quality and freshness of meat products and report concerns to the chef.
• Keep the kitchen and butchery area organized and safe by maintaining cleanliness.
• Be part of a fast-paced kitchen where your work contributes to world-class dishes.

Skills

Commis Chef

Food safety

Teamwork

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.
Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambiance where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests a personal and enriching experience. If you’d like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to join InterContinental Dubai Marina Hotel & Residences as Commis II (Butchery).
InterContinental Dubai Marina is a Five Star luxury hotel & residence in the heart of Dubai Marina with 328 rooms and residence suites, flexible event space and restaurants & bars. With over 30 languages and countries represented by the staff, the hotel weaves together an international five-star presence.

Your role will include but not be limited to:

• Support the Culinary team in preparing exceptional dishes, from setting up food and equipment to assisting with mise en place to ensure everything runs like clockwork.
• Assist with the preparation, trimming, cutting, deboning, and portioning of meat, poultry, and other butchery products according to kitchen requirements and established standards.
• Ensure all meat products are properly handled, labelled, stored, and maintained at the correct temperature, following HACCP and food safety standards at all times.
• Play a key role in food pick-up, ensuring efficiency and quality while strictly following HACCP standards to maintain the highest level of food safety.
• Provide assistance to the Demi Chef De Parties and Chef De Parties in day-to-day operations, learning from experienced chefs and contributing to a smooth kitchen operation.
• Maintain butchery equipment, tools, and workstations in a clean, hygienic, and safe condition, ensuring proper cleaning and sanitization after use.
• Monitor the quality and freshness of meat products and report any concerns regarding quality, storage, or stock levels to the relevant chef.
• Keep the kitchen and butchery area organized and safe by maintaining cleanliness and adhering to food safety regulations.
• Be part of an exciting and fast-paced kitchen, where your work directly contributes to the creation of delicious, world-class dishes.

Why you will love this job:

• Work in a dynamic, high-energy environment where no two days are the same.
• Learn new skills, receive mentorship, and have opportunities for career growth.
• Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and fun.
• Enjoy benefits like staff discounts, and a creative, inspiring workplace.

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

• Previous experience in a commis chef within a hotel or restaurant setting.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Passionate about food and cooking with a keen interest in learning.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and communicate effectively.

What you can expect from us:

We provide our team members with everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the industry.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, promoting a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. We always welcome different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and become part of our ever-growing global family.