Commis 1

Courtyard by Marriott; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott in Petaling Jaya is seeking a Commis 1 to join the kitchen team. The role involves preparing ingredients, cooking dishes to recipes, and assisting with presentation while maintaining hygiene and food quality.

You will support senior chefs, organize workstations, and help manage basic inventory. Flexible shifts and physical stamina are required for this kitchen role.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow recipes and portion standards.
• Experience handling basic kitchen equipment and preparing hot and cold dishes.
• Knowledge of hygiene, safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Strong communication with chefs, service staff and team members.
• Relevant culinary certificate/diploma preferred; hotel/restaurant kitchen experience is a plus.
• Able to work flexible shifts, stand for long periods, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• High attention to detail, reliability, and willingness to learn from senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and cook menu items per established recipes and standards.
• Assist with food presentation and plating.
• Maintain high food quality and kitchen cleanliness.
• Follow hygiene and safety procedures at all times.
• Support senior chefs during service.
• Organize workstations and manage basic ingredient inventory.
• Coordinate with team to ensure smooth operations and timely service.

Skills

Food prep

Culinary skills

Cooking experience

Hygiene standards

Communication skills

Flexible shifts

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

Company Description

Courtyard by Marriott is Marriott International’s largest hotel brand, with more than 1,100 hotels in over 50 countries. The brand focuses on providing comfortable, contemporary spaces that support guests who travel for both business and leisure. As part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, Courtyard offers access to a global loyalty program with diverse destinations and experiences. Team members benefit from working within an established international hospitality company that values professional growth, service excellence, and collaboration.

Role Description

The Commis 1 role is a full-time, on-site position based at Courtyard by Marriott in Petaling Jaya. The Commis 1 supports the kitchen team by preparing ingredients, cooking menu items according to established recipes and standards, and assisting with food presentation. Day-to-day responsibilities include maintaining high food quality, ensuring kitchen cleanliness, following hygiene and safety procedures, and supporting senior chefs during service. The role also involves organizing workstations, managing basic inventory of ingredients, and coordinating with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely service.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Food Preparation and Culinary Skills, with the ability to follow recipes and portion standards.


• Candidates should possess solid Cooking experience, including handling basic kitchen equipment and preparing hot and cold dishes.


• Candidates should possess knowledge of Hygiene standards, including food safety, sanitation practices, and proper kitchen cleanliness.


• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills to work well with chefs, service staff, and other team members.


• Relevant certificate or diploma in Culinary Arts or a related field is preferred, along with prior experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen.


• Ability to work flexible shifts, stand for extended periods, and perform physically demanding kitchen tasks.


• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a willingness to learn and follow guidance from senior culinary staff.