Commis Chef

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of all MEP for all sections in the kitchen with strict adherence to recipes, under supervision of Senior chefs.
• Ensure all stocks are kept under optimum conditions, containers are regularly changed & date labels are in place.
• Ensure MEP is always freshly prepared and on time. Do not leave MEP outside on the cooling rack. Do your task from start to finish.
• Follow the cleaning schedules for the kitchen and clean sections and other areas as directed.
• Receipt and storage of all produce, fresh & frozen, in accordance with HACCP regulations, including correct stock rotation & storage. Ensure food is labelled clearly and correctly.
• Assist with plate presentation when required.
• Follow strict health & hygiene standards.
• Keep production records up to date for items prepared by yourself.
• Ensure minimum kitchen wastage.
• Learn & record skills and recipes from Senior Chefs.
• Reliably carry out instructions handed down to you by Senior Chefs.
• Report any maintenance issues to the Senior chef on duty immediately.
• Monitor and assess performance of self, to make improvements and show growth.
• Give full attention to what other people are saying, always be aware of what is happening around you, to assist without being asked.
• Effectively follow and adhere to recipes, making no changes or alterations. Consistency is key.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn & help other chefs during busy times.
• Multitask, keep focus & work efficiently under pressure.
• Constantly strive to grow your knowledge of best cooking practices.
• Ensure all food items are properly stored, labelled with correct dates.
• Ensure all equipment and smalls are clean, in good working order and stored in its place.
• Ensure fridges, shelves and dry stores are clean and in order. FIFO

Job Type: Full-time