Job Description
A commis chef is a culinary professional who helps prepare food items and works to ensure a kitchen operates correctly. The job responsibilities of a commis chef include:
- Checking and controlling the proper storage of product, monitoring age and condition of all food items to rotate and maintain highest quality
- Keeping informed of the restaurant activity
- Preparing ingredients by measuring, chopping, seasoning or mixing them
- Cooking as a line cook when needed
- Overseeing inventory and receiving deliveries
- Mitigating food costs by rotating food items
Work Experience
- Qualification: Although not always required, having a culinary degree or relevant certification can be advantageous.
- Organizational skills: The ability to organise and multitask effectively is crucial, given the fast-paced nature of kitchen operations.
- Hard-working and passionate: As the role often involves long hours and can be physically demanding, it’s essential for the candidate to be hardworking and passionate about their work.
- Teamwork skills: A Commis Chef must operate efficiently as part of a team, cooperating with various kitchen staff.
- Communication skills: Good communication skills are essential to effectively understand instructions and collaborate with the team.
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