Commis Chef - Employees Cafeteria

Kimpton; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room discounts

Training programs

Job summary

Kimpton is seeking a Kitchen Assistant/Cood to support daily kitchen operations in a hotel setting. You will help prepare and cook meals, maintain quality and hygiene, and ensure proper portion control and stock management within a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes adherence to HACCP food safety standards, teamwork, and flexibility to work shifts as required. Training and room discounts are among the benefits offered by the employer.

Qualifications

• High school certificate required; culinary training is an advantage.
• Previous experience in a similar position preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen hygiene.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking daily meals according to menus and recipes.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and proper portion control.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Follow food safety standards and HACCP procedures.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and rotation of food items.
• Assist with stock control and minimize food waste.
• Support the Chef in daily kitchen operations and timely meal service.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies and safety standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Pressure handling

Food safety

Education

High school certificate

Culinary training (advantage)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking daily meals according to menus and recipes.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and proper portion control.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Follow food safety standards and HACCP procedures.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and rotation of food items.
• Assist with stock control and minimize food waste.
• Support the Chef in daily kitchen operations and timely meal service.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies and safety standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school certificate; culinary training is an advantage.
• Previous experience in a similar position is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen hygiene.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP principles.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need tofeel well – both inside and outside of work – and through my Wellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.