Junior Chef I — Kitchen Prep & Culinary Craft

Mandarin Oriental; Dubai; On-site; AED 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MOstay

Health & wellness

Transport & meals

Competitive salary

Job summary

Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai invites applications for a Commis I to join our culinary team. Based in Dubai, you will assist in preparing and presenting high-quality dishes under guidance, maintaining hygiene and proper handling of ingredients while supporting daily kitchen operations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and a growth mindset within a luxury hotel environment. You should have at least a High School qualification, with a preferred Degree or Diploma in Hospitality or

Qualifications

• High School qualification or equivalent is required.
• A Degree or Higher National Diploma in Hospitality or Culinary Arts is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of culinary experience as a Commis in a high-volume hotel or restaurant is preferred.
• Basic skills in food handling, preparation, and kitchen operations.
• Familiarity with basic food hygiene and safety standards is an advantage.
• Passion for bakery and willingness to learn and grow within the culinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes in accordance with hotel standards.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by senior chefs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation and kitchen equipment at all times.
• Support mise en place and daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely delivery during service periods.
• Cooperate effectively with other kitchen sections to ensure smooth workflow and service excellence.
• Uphold and comply with all health, food safety, and hygiene standards in line with hotel policies, HACCP requirements, including those mandated by UAE Municipality.

Skills

Basic food handling

Education

High School qualification

Degree or Higher National Diploma in Hospitality or Culinary Arts

Job description

Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai invites applications for a Commis I to join our culinary team. Based in Dubai, you will assist in preparing and presenting high-quality dishes under guidance, maintaining hygiene and proper handling of ingredients while supporting daily kitchen operations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and a growth mindset within a luxury hotel environment. You should have at least a High School qualification, with a preferred Degree or Diploma in Hospitality or