Cook Assistant Commis

About the role

The Cook Assistant Commis supports the culinary team in a busy kitchen, working under the Sous Chef's instructions. Applicants must apply through the employer's online application form to be considered.

Key responsibilities

• Review the day's meal requirements and timeframes, and support the kitchen to keep service fast and efficient.
• Take part in on-the-job training on cooking procedures, food safety and kitchen operations, and help train kitchen attendants.
• Follow opening and closing procedures, measure and mix ingredients according to recipes, and prepare soups, salads, gravies, sauces, desserts and casseroles.
• Work at various stations preparing meat, fish, vegetables and other dishes, and organize mise en place.
• Perform tasks such as washing, peeling, cutting and shredding produce, butchering poultry, fish and shellfish, and trimming and boning meat.
• Taste and evaluate cooked food, check delivery quantities and follow HACCP, public health and hygiene standards.
• Clean workstations, follow the corporate recipe standard for portioning and garnishing, and greet guests warmly.
• Keep equipment and supplies in good condition and follow grooming and confidentiality policies.

Required profile

• High school diploma.
• Two years of progressive experience cooking in a 4-5 star hotel restaurant, cruise ship or high-volume food service facility.
• Ability to speak and read/write English clearly, including giving and receiving instructions.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in hot, humid conditions; full range of motion and senses needed for emergencies.

Required skills

• Basic recipe preparation and knowledge of food handling, food safety and public health standards.
• Problem solving and ability to work without supervision.
• Cooperative teamwork in an international environment, with focus, deadline awareness and flexibility.