Junior Commis Chef — Luxury Hotel Kitchen

SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences; Dubai; On-site; AED 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences invites applications for a Commis 2 to support daily kitchen operations and food preparation in a luxury setting. You will assist chefs, maintain mise en place, and help ensure high standards of taste, portion control, and presentation while upholding hygiene and safety protocols.

Highlights include collaboration with senior chefs, involvement in restaurant, buffet, and banquet services, and opportunities to learn and develop culinary skills in a world-class hotel

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary diploma or certificate from a recognized culinary school is preferred.
• Basic Food Safety or HACCP certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes, standards, and instructions.
• Carry out mise en place and ensure ingredients are prepared and ready for service.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, portion size, and presentation.
• Assist with restaurant, buffet, banquet, and other kitchen operations as required.
• Monitor food preparation during service and ensure orders are completed efficiently and on time.
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, labeling, and FIFO procedures.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times.
• Keep the workstation, kitchen equipment, and preparation areas clean and organized.
• Assist with stock control and inform Chef de Partie of shortages or replenishment needs.
• Minimize food wastage through proper preparation, storage, and portion control.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any faults or maintenance needs.
• Assist with cleaning and closing duties at end of shift.
• Support Commis 2 team members when required.
• Perform any other duties assigned by Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, or Executive Chef.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Time management

Attention to detail

Food safety

Kitchen equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary diploma or certificate

Job description

SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences invites applications for a Commis 2 to support daily kitchen operations and food preparation in a luxury setting. You will assist chefs, maintain mise en place, and help ensure high standards of taste, portion control, and presentation while upholding hygiene and safety protocols.

Highlights include collaboration with senior chefs, involvement in restaurant, buffet, and banquet services, and opportunities to learn and develop culinary skills in a world-class hotel