Commis Chef

Roles and Responsibilities

We are seeking a motivated and passionate Commis Chef to join our team. The Commis Chef will be responsible for crafting delicious, high-quality burgers to meet our standards of taste, presentation, and consistency, adhering to the restaurant's high standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help with the preparation of toppings, sauces, condiments, and other ingredients for burgers.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, following food safety and hygiene standards.
• Prepare ingredients for daily use (e.g., chopping vegetables, marinating meats, preparing spices).
• Ensure the proper storage of food items, maintaining stock levels and rotating ingredients as needed.
• Follow the guidance of the senior chefs, ensuring dishes are prepared to the highest quality and presentation standards.
• Assist with the setup of the kitchen before service and clean up after service.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared in a timely and efficient manner, adhering to kitchen timing requirements.
• Take part in special kitchen duties, including food preparation for events, if required.
• Ensure all cooking equipment is cleaned, maintained, and used properly.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience: Prior experience working in fast foods like burgers.
• Ability to prepare a variety of burgers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good knife skills and ability to safely handle kitchen equipment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Attention to detail and passion for food presentation.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Food Preparation:

  • Assist in the preparation of ingredients for cooking, such as chopping vegetables, preparing meats, and measuring out ingredients.
  • Follow recipes and instructions from senior chefs to ensure that dishes are prepared correctly and consistently.
  • Pre-cook or prepare basic items like sauces, soups, salads, and garnishes under supervision.

• Cooking Assistance:

  • Help in the cooking process, especially during busy periods, by preparing food under the guidance of chefs de partie or head chefs.
  • Cook dishes to order, following specifications, and ensuring the quality and consistency of the food.
  • Maintain a clean, organized workstation to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

• Maintaining Kitchen Hygiene and Safety:

  • Ensure that all food preparation areas are clean, sanitized, and organized.
  • Wash and clean utensils, pots, pans, and cooking equipment after use.
  • Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food safety standards, to ensure a safe kitchen environment.

• Stock Control and Inventory Management:

  • Assist in managing kitchen stock and supplies, including checking the quality and freshness of ingredients.
  • Ensure that food and ingredients are stored properly to prevent contamination and spoilage.
  • Report any issues with stock levels, damaged equipment, or shortages to senior kitchen staff.

• Assisting with Plating and Presentation:

  • Help with plating dishes, ensuring that food is presented attractively and according to the standards of the establishment.
  • Assist in garnishing plates with appropriate decorations, herbs, or other finishing touches.

• Learning and Development:

  • Take direction from more experienced chefs and ask questions to develop cooking skills and techniques.
  • Participate in kitchen training programs or workshops to improve cooking knowledge, knife skills, and understanding of kitchen operations.
  • Maintain a positive attitude and eagerness to learn, asking for feedback and striving to improve performance.

• Supporting Other Kitchen Roles:

  • Assist other members of the kitchen team as required, such as helping with cleaning, dishwashing, or other basic tasks during slower periods.
  • Be flexible and willing to work across different sections of the kitchen (e.g., pastry, grill, prep) to gain diverse culinary experience.

• Adhering to the Menu and Special Requests:

  • Ensure that food is prepared according to the restaurant’s menu and that special dietary requests or modifications are followed accurately.
  • Help with adjustments to the menu if there are shortages of ingredients or changes in availability.