Working as a commis chef involves learning a lot of different skills in a short amount of time and then practicing those skills by implementing them in actual tasks throughout the kitchen.
Performs basic tasks of food preparation, cooks and serves any food delegated as your responsibility ensuring that the highest possible quality is maintained and that agreed standards for food preparation and presentation are met at all times.
Prepares appetizers plus meat and vegetables for entrees, as well as helps with the proper presentation of the food.
Maintains work area to a clean, hygienic and tidy state at all times.
Observes and tastes food as it is being cooked, samples all food prepared.
Controls temperature of cooking appliance, fries and cooks simple hot food items.
Assists Chef de Partie and Demi Chef de Partie to prepare A La Carte orders.
Learns and acts on how to refill the buffet table and keep it attractive during the operation hours.
Assists senior chef in opening and closing the food outlets, including food storage.
Ensures that the equipment is properly handled and maintained.
Able to gracefully receive constructive criticism as well as effectively carry out orders.
To be punctual for work and report directly to the Supervisor, maintaining a grooming standard at all times whether in the public eye or back areas.
Reports any unusual incidents, guest complaints, lost and found, breakage, and losses to the superiors.
Provides assistance to co-employees within food & beverage and amongst other departments in the performance of tasks to foster teamwork and success for the Hotel.
Attends pre-meal briefing and de-briefing daily, as well as other training sessions organized by the hotel for staff.
Performs other tasks as assigned by superiors.
Report Line & Communication
To assist the Head chef in ensuring that all culinary standards in that section comply with Hotel Policies and Procedures and Minimum Standards.
To maintain good working relationships with colleagues and all other departments.
Others
Continuous learning through own IDP.
Any other duties as may be assigned by the superior.
Accountabilities
Represents Dusit’s brand and its values at all times. We will establish relationships foremost and deliver an exceptional guest experience while promoting Thai graciousness.
Company’s Culture
Communicate and fully embrace the Company’s culture (our Vision, our Mission, and our Values), lead by example and cascade to all your subordinates – “Proud to belong and to contribute.”
CONFIDENTIALITY
Ensure confidentiality and secure storage of all intellectual property and databases, both hard copy and electronic. Adhere to Dusit Internet and E-mail policy. Ensure Hotel, Customer, and Staff information or transactions are kept confidential during or after employment with the company.
Job Requirement
Minimum education of High Vocational diploma in any discipline; a degree from culinary school is preferable.
Knowledgeable in cooking and presentation of food. Food sanitization knowledge is a must.
Ability to communicate basic English.
Works well under pressure and tight time and space constraints.
A quick learner and a good team player with good interpersonal skills.