Commis Cook: Master Mise en Place & Kitchen Prep

SUNSET METT SING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

METT Singapore, a Heritage Icon at Fort Canning Park, seeks a Commis Cook to join the kitchen team. You will assist the Head Chef with mise en place, prepare ingredients, follow recipes, and ensure food quality, hygiene, and safety standards during daily operations.

Candidate should have at least 2 years of kitchen experience, be able to work weekends and holidays, handle multiple priorities, and maintain cleanliness and proper labeling of all prepared items to support smooth service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of kitchen experience
• Handles multiple priorities and work under stress
• Maintains all standards of health guidelines for food preparation and safety
• Ability to perform manual labor
• Able to work on weekend and public holidays

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in preparing ingredients and mise en place for daily operations, ensuring that all required items are prepared according to the expected quantities.
• Coordinate with the Head Chef to ensure the correct quantities of ingredients are prepared for daily service and bulk food preparation.
• Clean, peel, cut, portion, and prepare food items according to recipes, preparation methods, and restaurant standards.
• Follow recipes, cooking methods, portion sizes, and presentation standards accurately to ensure consistency in food quality.
• Check the quality, freshness, and condition of food ingredients before use and report any concerns to the Head Chef.
• Ensure all prepared and stored food items are properly labelled in accordance with the restaurant’s food storage and food safety procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper sanitation of the assigned work area, kitchen equipment, utensils, and storage areas throughout the shift.
• Handle all kitchen equipment, tools, and working materials safely and correctly, and ensure they are properly cleaned and stored after use.
• Comply with all restaurant policies and food hygiene and safety standards, including proper food handling, storage, and personal hygiene practices.
• Assist the culinary team during meal periods and service operations to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Support proper stock rotation and minimize food wastage by appropriate portion control.
• Maintain a professional, cooperative, and team-oriented approach when working with Chefs and other kitchen team members.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head Chef.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Stress management

Food safety

Manual labor

Weekend work

Job description

METT Singapore, a Heritage Icon at Fort Canning Park, seeks a Commis Cook to join the kitchen team. You will assist the Head Chef with mise en place, prepare ingredients, follow recipes, and ensure food quality, hygiene, and safety standards during daily operations.

Candidate should have at least 2 years of kitchen experience, be able to work weekends and holidays, handle multiple priorities, and maintain cleanliness and proper labeling of all prepared items to support smooth service.