Commis I

IBIS; Chennai; On-site; INR 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor in India is seeking a skilled culinary professional for a dynamic kitchen role. The position involves coordinating with the Chef de Partie, managing mise-en-place, and ensuring quality, portion control, and inventory accuracy in a fast-paced five-star hotel environment.

You will maintain hygiene, assist with daily meetings and requisitions, and foster teamwork while adapting to varied shifts, weekends, and holidays. Strong culinary technique and a passion for learning are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary school degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role in a five-star hotel.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Proficiency in knife skills and operation of standard kitchen equipment.
• Basic understanding of food cost control and inventory management.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively.
• Passion for culinary arts and commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency in food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Organizes together with the Chef de Partie shifting in the section with regard to mise-en-place production and its service
• Takes orders from his/her Chef de Partie and carry them out in the correct manner
• Is responsible for completing the daily checklist regarding mise-en-place and food storage
• Together with his/her Chef de Partie writes daily wine, dry store, food requisitions and kitchen transfers on the appropriate forms for the approval of Executive Chef/ Sous Chef in order to achieve the high stock rotation desired in his/her section
• Maintains good colleagues relations and motivate colleagues
• Works to the specifications received by the Chef de Partie regarding portion size, quantity and quality as laid down in the recipe index
• Attends daily meeting with the Chef de Cuisine and other meetings as requested by the Executive Chef/ Sous Chef
• Checks the main information board regarding changes in any Banquets or other information regarding the organization
• Reports any problems regarding failure of machinery and small equipment to the Chef de Cuisine and to follow up and ensure necessary work has been carried out
• Passes all information to the next shift about functions
• Maintains the Hygiene and HACCP records in accordance to the regulations
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Culinary skills

Knife skills

Food presentation

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school degree preferred

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Company Description

Why work for Accor?
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Job Description

• Organizes together with the Chef de Partie shifting in the section with regard to mise-en-place production and its service
• Takes orders from his/her Chef de Partie and carry them out in the correct manner
• Is responsible for completing the daily checklist regarding mise-en-place and food storage
• Together with his/her Chef de Partie writes daily wine, dry store, food requisitions and kitchen transfers on the appropriate forms for the approval of Executive Chef/ Sous Chef in order to achieve the high stock rotation desired in his/her section
• Maintains good colleagues relations and motivate colleagues
• Works to the specifications received by the Chef de Partie regarding portion size, quantity and quality as laid down in the recipe index
• Attends daily meeting with the Chef de Cuisine and other meetings as requested by the Executive Chef/ Sous Chef
• Checks the main information board regarding changes in any Banquets or other information regarding the organization
• Reports any problems regarding failure of machinery and small equipment to the Chef de Cuisine and to follow up and ensure necessary work has been carried out
• Passes all information to the next shift about functions
• Maintains the Hygiene and HACCP records in accordance to the regulations
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary school degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role in a five-star hotel.
• Strong culinary skills, knowledge of various cuisines and cooking techniques, and attention to detail in food presentation.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Proficiency in knife skills and operation of standard kitchen equipment.
• Basic understanding of food cost control and inventory management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively.
• Passion for culinary arts and commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency in food preparation.