OBJECTIVE
The Commis 1 will be responsible for preparing food and special ad hoc requests as per directives of Head Chef. He will be part of the Pastry/ Kitchen and responsible to meet the short and medium term operational objectives by ensuring that high quality standards are met at all times.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensures that food safety, temperature records, HACCP and ISO 2200 measures and inventory management standards are adhered to at all times
- Maintains food preparation handling and correct storage standards to minimize wastage and overall compliance
- Informs on a daily basis the Head Chef on all relevant information on operational and personal matters.
- Ensures that all items for restaurants, banquets and special functions are prepared on time and meet quality and quantity standards.
- Prepares on daily basis restaurant requisitions as assigned.
- Maintains cleanliness in all assigned areas, including refrigerators and freezers.
- Performs duties common to position and other duties as maybe assigned.
- Controls cost by minimizing spoilage, waste, proper storage and exercising strict portion control.
- Preparation of assigned lunch and dinner buffets, special functions, banquets and restaurants supply.
- Ensure that cost control policies and procedures are followed.
- Produces products, dishes according to recipes and specifications.
- Attends relevant internal training sessions.
- Reports any equipment on the section which needs repair or maintenance.
- Checks function sheets, daily menus, and promotions
- Ensures freshness and suitability of products used by the section and that they are stored properly.
- Ensures smooth running of the section during Line Manager absences.
Skills
- High School or Secondary diploma or vocational training
- Common understanding of culinary preparation and cooking methods, product knowledge
- Previous exposure to HACCP, ISO 22000, Food safety standards
- Previous work experience of 2-3 years within a kitchen environment desirable
- Fluent in Spoken and written English, Arabic desirable
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain good relation with staff and fellow workers (Team work).