Commis Chef - Continental Cuisine

Casino Air Caterers & Flight Services Pvt. Ltd.; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 134,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Casino Air Caterers & Flight Services Pvt. Ltd. in Trivandrum is seeking a Commis Chef – Continental Cuisine to support the kitchen team. You will assist in preparation, cooking, and presentation of continental dishes, following standardized recipes and portion controls.

You will maintain mise en place, ensure food quality and freshness, and help with stock rotation and cleanliness, working closely with senior chefs in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in food preparation and basic cooking for continental cuisine.
• Well-developed culinary skills with attention to taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Knowledge of kitchen hygiene and food safety practices, including handling and storage.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with chefs and kitchen staff.
• Certificate or diploma in culinary arts or hotel management preferred.
• Prior experience in a professional kitchen, ideally with exposure to continental cuisine.
• Ability to work in shifts, stand for extended periods in a high-volume environment.
• Team-oriented mindset, willing to learn, and able to follow instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, cooking and presentation of continental dishes.
• Maintain mise en place and ensure quality and freshness.
• Support senior chefs during service and follow hygiene standards.
• Rotate through kitchen sections as required and assist with stock rotation.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations and equipment.

Skills

Continental cooking

Culinary skills

Hygiene & food safety

Communication skills

Work in shifts

Team player

Following instructions

Education

Culinary arts or hotel management certificate/diploma

Job description

Company Description

Casino Air Caterers & Flight Services is a specialized catering company serving the aviation and hospitality sectors from its base near Cochin International Airport in Kochi, India. The organization focuses on delivering high-quality meals and services tailored to the needs of airlines and related clients. Team members work in a fast-paced, standards-driven environment with strong emphasis on safety, consistency, and customer satisfaction. The company offers opportunities to grow culinary skills and build a career in large-scale professional catering operations.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Commis Chef – Continental Cuisine, located in Trivandrum. The Commis Chef will assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of continental dishes, following standardized recipes and portion controls. Daily responsibilities include mise en place, maintaining food quality and freshness, supporting senior chefs during service, and ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards. The role involves working closely with kitchen team members, rotating through different sections as required, and contributing to efficient kitchen operations. The Commis Chef will also help with stock rotation, basic inventory checks, and maintaining cleanliness of workstations and equipment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Food Preparation and basic Cooking for continental cuisine.
• Well-developed Culinary Skills with attention to taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Knowledge of kitchen Hygiene and food safety practices, including handling and storage.
• Effective Communication skills for coordinating with chefs and kitchen staff.
• Certificate or diploma in culinary arts or hotel management is preferred.
• Prior experience in a professional kitchen, ideally with exposure to continental cuisine, is an advantage.
• Ability to work in shifts, stand for extended periods, and perform tasks in a high-volume environment.
• Team-oriented mindset, willingness to learn, and ability to follow instructions accurately.