Commis 1 - Indian Cuisine

ibis, ibis Styles, ibis budget; Mysuru; On-site; INR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor in Mysuru, India, is seeking a detail-oriented Commis 1 to join our culinary team. You will work under senior kitchen staff to prepare ingredients, assist in cooking, and uphold the highest standards of food quality and kitchen organization.

This role offers hands-on experience with authentic Indian cooking, focus on mise en place, food safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced hotel kitchen. Previous kitchen training or experience is preferred, with opportunities to grow within Accor's

Qualifications

• Proficiency in basic knife skills and food preparation techniques.
• Knowledge of Indian cooking methods, spices, and flavor profiles.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Preferred: Previous experience working in a professional kitchen or culinary training.
• Preferred: Familiarity with traditional Indian cooking equipment and techniques.
• Preferred: Experience with regional Indian cuisine and local ingredient sourcing.
• Preferred: Knowledge of spice blending and traditional cooking methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cut vegetables, meats, and other ingredients according to standardized recipes and specifications.
• Assist in the preparation of Indian dishes, including curries, breads, rice preparations, and traditional specialties.
• Maintain proper mise en place at your assigned station, ensuring all ingredients and tools are organized and readily available.
• Follow food safety and hygiene protocols consistently, including proper storage, handling, and sanitation practices.
• Support senior chefs in cooking and plating dishes while maintaining quality and presentation standards.
• Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure dishes are prepared correctly.
• Assist in inventory management and report on ingredient usage and stock levels.
• Collaborate effectively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operations during service.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, workstations, and utensils according to established procedures.
• Learn and adapt to kitchen procedures, recipes, and techniques under supervision.

Skills

Knife skills

Indian cooking knowledge

Food safety & hygiene

Fast-paced environment

Organization

Teamwork & communication

Stamina

Culinary training/experience

Education

Culinary training

Job description

Company Description

Company Description

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!
As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.
By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.
You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!
You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.
Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.
Hospitality is a work of heart ,
Join us and become a Heartist®.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Commis 1 to join our culinary team in Mysuru, India. As a Commis 1 specializing in Indian Cuisine, you will work under the guidance of senior kitchen staff to prepare ingredients, assist in cooking, and maintain the highest standards of food quality and kitchen organization. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your culinary skills in an organized, collaborative kitchen environment while working with authentic Indian cooking techniques and traditional ingredients.

• Prepare and cut vegetables, meats, and other ingredients according to standardized recipes and specifications
• Assist in the preparation of Indian dishes, including curries, breads, rice preparations, and traditional specialties
• Maintain proper mise en place at your assigned station, ensuring all ingredients and tools are organized and readily available
• Follow food safety and hygiene protocols consistently, including proper storage, handling, and sanitation practices
• Support senior chefs in cooking and plating dishes while maintaining quality and presentation standards
• Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure dishes are prepared correctly
• Assist in inventory management and report on ingredient usage and stock levelsCollaborate effectively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operations during service
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, workstations, and utensils according to established procedures
• Learn and adapt to kitchen procedures, recipes, and techniques under supervision

Qualifications

• Proficiency in basic knife skills and food preparation techniques
• Knowledge of Indian cooking methods, spices, and flavor profiles
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
• Preferred: Previous experience working in a professional kitchen or culinary training
• Preferred: Familiarity with traditional Indian cooking equipment and techniques
• Preferred: Experience with regional Indian cuisine and local ingredient sourcing
• Preferred: Knowledge of spice blending and traditional cooking methods