Commis (Hot & Cold Kitchen) - Six Senses Zighy Bay

InterContinental Hotels Group; Oman; On-site; OMR 2,800 - 3,900; Full time

Job summary

Six Senses Zighy Bay is seeking a Commis to contribute to the kitchen team in a luxury, eco-conscious resort. You will prepare dishes to standard, follow portion sizes and plating guidelines, and maintain safety and cleanliness in a high‑end environment.

The role requires 1–3 years kitchen experience, a high school diploma (hospitality degree preferred), and fluent English. Willingness to live in a remote location for extended periods is essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years kitchen experience in a luxury hotel or similar setting.
• Knowledge of broiler equipment and meat/fish cookery.
• Proficiency with knife skills and farm-to-table concepts.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or health/food handler card per local regulations.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to live in a remote location for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Carries out daily and weekly kitchen procedures including temperature checks, labeling/dating and storage.
• Produces all required items to standard and within assigned section.
• Adheres to portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules.
• Follows plating presentation and garnish guidelines for all dishes.
• Complies with Six Senses policy on fire, hygiene and safety.
• Keeps equipment and workspace clean and in good condition.
• Maintains Six Senses guidelines of service and operation; meets and exceeds benchmarks.
• Adheres to LQA standards and guest feedback.

Skills

Kitchen experience

English proficiency

Remote work eligibility

Education

High school diploma

Hospitality diploma/degree preferred

Job description

As Commis, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them and our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness.

Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and ensure full knowledge and active participation of all our brand initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

As Commis, I willassume full responsibility for theefficientoperation in the following:

• Carries out daily and weekly procedures, including temperature checks, food labelling/dating and storage.
• Produces all the required food items to standard and in a timely manner within assigned section.
• Knows and complies consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules and guidelines.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Complete understanding of and adhere to the Six Senses’ policy relating to fire, hygiene and safety.
• Ensures all equipment and working area are kept clean and in good working condition.
• Upkeep Six Senses guidelines and standards of service and operation. My performance benchmarks are maintained and exceeded.
• Strictly adhere to LQA standards and guest comments.

Qualifications

To execute the position of Commis, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results and includes the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1-3 years kitchen experience in a full-service outlet or similar setting. Hospitality diploma/degreefrom a recognized hospitality school is preferred.
• Knowledge of the use of broiler equipment and understanding of meat and fish cookery, proficient knife skills and understand farm to table concept.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• I have an excellent command of written and spoken English.
• I am able to live in a remote location for extended periods of time on single status.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Commis at Six Senses Zighy Bay. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent in the position.

Six Senses Zighy Bay is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected - wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?