Commis (Western Cuisine)
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What you'll do
- Prepare and organize mise en place for assigned stations, ensuring all ingredients and tools are ready for service
- Assist senior chefs with food preparation, cooking, and plating according to established recipes and standards
- Maintain exceptional kitchen hygiene and follow all food safety protocols and procedures
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, grills, and other cooking appliances
- Support the kitchen brigade by performing assigned tasks in a timely and organized manner
- Monitor food quality and presentation, making adjustments as directed by senior kitchen staff
- Contribute to a positive and collaborative kitchen environment through effective teamwork and communication
- Continuously learn and develop culinary skills under the mentorship of experienced chefs
- Assist with inventory management and report any equipment issues or supply shortages
- Adhere to all organizational policies, health codes, and safety regulations
What they're looking for
- Knowledge of Western cuisine cooking techniques and food preparation methods
- Food safety and hygiene certification or demonstrated awareness of food safety practices
- Proficiency with knife skills and basic food preparation techniques
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining food quality standards
- Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
- Willingness to learn and take direction from senior culinary staff
Nice to have
- Prior experience working in a professional kitchen environment (preferred)
- Familiarity with Western cuisine ingredients and cooking equipment (preferred)
- Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities during service periods (preferred)
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Company Description
"Why work for Accor?
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Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Commis (Western Cuisine) to join our culinary team in Chennai, India. As a Commis, you will work under the guidance of experienced chefs, supporting kitchen operations and developing your culinary expertise in Western cuisine preparation. This role is ideal for someone passionate about cooking who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen environment and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety.
- Prepare and organize mise en place for assigned stations, ensuring all ingredients and tools are ready for service
- Assist senior chefs with food preparation, cooking, and plating according to established recipes and standards
- Maintain exceptional kitchen hygiene and follow all food safety protocols and procedures
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, grills, and other cooking appliances
- Support the kitchen brigade by performing assigned tasks in a timely and organized manner
- Monitor food quality and presentation, making adjustments as directed by senior kitchen staff
- Contribute to a positive and collaborative kitchen environment through effective teamwork and communication
- Continuously learn and develop culinary skills under the mentorship of experienced chefs
- Assist with inventory management and report any equipment issues or supply shortages
- Adhere to all organizational policies, health codes, and safety regulations
Qualifications
- Knowledge of Western cuisine cooking techniques and food preparation methods
- Food safety and hygiene certification or demonstrated awareness of food safety practices
- Proficiency with knife skills and basic food preparation techniques
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining food quality standards
- Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
- Willingness to learn and take direction from senior culinary staff
- Prior experience working in a professional kitchen environment (preferred)
- Familiarity with Western cuisine ingredients and cooking equipment (preferred)
- Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities during service periods (preferred)
Company
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