Commis De Cuisine

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Life at Sea Ltd. in Cape Town seeks a Commis to support the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef in daily cooking, food prep, and presentation to the highest standards. You will work in a fast-paced kitchen and help maintain consistent quality across all dishes.

Ideal candidates have prior Commis experience or culinary training, knowledge of food safety, and a willingness to learn. The role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities for ongoing training and

Qualifications

• Experience in a Commis or similar role in a professional kitchen.
• Formal culinary training or degree in Culinary Arts preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and cooking dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Ensure timely and efficient food preparation and presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation at all times.
• Follow safety and sanitation procedures in the kitchen.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies.
• Collaborate with the team to create new and innovative menu items.
• Provide excellent customer service by responding to guest requests and dietary restrictions.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance culinary skills and knowledge.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Culinary training

Food safety

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Flexible hours

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Position: Commis

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef in preparing and cooking a variety of dishes according to recipes and standards set by the company
• Ensure that all food is prepared and presented in a timely and efficient manner
• Maintain a clean and organized work station at all times
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures in the kitchen
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies
• Collaborate with the team to create new and innovative menu items
• Provide excellent customer service by responding to guest requests and dietary restrictions
• Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance culinary skills and knowledge
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Commis or in a similar role in a professional kitchen
• Formal culinary training or degree in Culinary Arts is preferred
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed