Commis I - Main Kitchen

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of authentic dishes in accordance with resort standards, recipes, and quality expectations.
• Take responsibility for assigned kitchen sections and ensure smooth daily operations under the guidance of senior chefs.
• Prepare and organize mise-en-place efficiently to support timely food production and service.
• Ensure consistency, quality, and correct portioning of all Italian menu items.
• Inspect ingredients for freshness, quality, and compliance with food safety standards before use.
• Follow proper food storage, labeling, and stock rotation procedures (FIFO) to maintain product quality and minimize waste.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety in compliance with HACCP and company guidelines.
• Monitor and minimize food wastage while maximizing the efficient use of ingredients.
• Support senior chefs in training and guiding Commis III colleagues and kitchen trainees when required.
• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of food during service periods while maintaining quality and presentation standards.
• Clean, maintain, and properly use kitchen equipment, reporting any defects or maintenance issues promptly.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and monitoring stock levels to ensure adequate supplies for daily operations.
• Coordinate effectively with other kitchen sections to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
• Assist in the preparation of daily specials and seasonal menu offerings as directed by senior chefs.
• Support banquet functions, special events, and high-volume operations as required.
• Attend departmental briefings, training sessions, and team meetings to enhance culinary skills and operational knowledge.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment at all times.
• Comply with all company policies and local health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• A suitable candidate should have 1–2 years of experience in a quality hotel, resort, or restaurant environment . Strong knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations is essential. The candidate should be a motivated team player with good communication and interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene. Good English communication skills are required, and knowledge of an additional language is an advantage.
• At One&Only creating JOY is at the forefront of everything we do. If you are the one to make every detail count & are bold to go beyond the obvious in every task assigned with positive energy & have the passion to make it happen, then we are looking for you.
• Please apply directly through this website and submit your most recent CV which includes a recent ID picture of you. Applications that does not meet the requirements will not be considered.
• We Thank You for your interest at Kerzner – The One&Only Resorts. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.