Commis Chef

Gokulam Park Hotel and Convention Centre; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Gokulam Park Hotel and Convention Centre in Kochi seeks a committed Commis Chef to join the on-site kitchen team. You will assist in daily prep, cooking and plating across multiple cuisines while upholding recipe standards and portion control.

You will follow hygiene and safety protocols, support mise en place, and help with buffet setups, banquets and events, collaborating closely with colleagues to deliver guest satisfaction and consistent quality.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow standard recipes and mise en place
• Strong knowledge of kitchen hygiene and food safety practices
• Effective communication to work with kitchen and service teams
• Formal culinary training or diploma preferred
• Experience in hotel, restaurant, or banquet kitchen is an advantage
• Flexible hours including weekends and holidays in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail, reliability and eagerness to learn

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily food preparation, cooking and plating across multiple cuisines.
• Follow standard recipes and support mise en place and stock rotation.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety and cleanliness in all food production areas.
• Contribute to buffet setups, banquets and special events; assist senior chefs during service.
• Collaborate with kitchen and service teams to respond to guest needs.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking skills

Kitchen hygiene

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Hotel Management

Job description

Company Description

Gokulam Park Hotel and Convention Centre is a well-known four-star property in Kochi, recognized as a prominent local landmark. Ideally located near major business and shopping hubs, it attracts both business and leisure travelers. The hotel offers extensive business amenities, conference facilities, and large banquet spaces, making it a preferred venue for corporate events and weddings. Guests enjoy luxurious rooms and suites, an outdoor pool, a fully equipped gym, and diverse dining options, including multi-cuisine restaurants and a specialty seafood outlet. Set in the scenic and culturally rich city of Kochi, the property provides easy access to historic sites, backwaters, and vibrant local food and shopping experiences.

Role Description

The Commis Chef is a full-time, on-site role based at Gokulam Park Hotel and Convention Centre in Kochi. This role supports the kitchen team in daily food preparation, cooking, and plating across multiple cuisines, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control. The Commis Chef follows standard recipes, assists in mise en place, and maintains high standards of hygiene, safety, and cleanliness in all food production areas. Responsibilities include proper storage and rotation of ingredients, assisting senior chefs during service, and contributing to buffet setups, banquets, and special events. The role also involves collaborating with colleagues, responding to guest needs through the culinary team, and upholding the hotel’s quality and service standards.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Food Preparation and Cooking skills with solid basic Culinary Skills.
• Candidates should possess good knowledge of kitchen Hygiene and food safety practices.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills to work smoothly with the kitchen and service teams.
• Formal culinary training or a diploma in Hotel Management or Culinary Arts is preferred.
• Previous experience in a hotel, restaurant, or banquet kitchen is an advantage.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, and perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail, reliability, and a positive, learning-oriented attitude.