Commis Chef
Job Description
A Levantine restaurant in Dubai, highly recognized by the Michelin Guide offering high-quality food at good value
Qualifications:
· Minimum 1–2 years of hands-on experience as a Commis Chef or similar kitchen role, preferably within a reputable Arabic, Levantine, Middle Eastern, or Lebanese restaurant.
· Strong practical experience in the Hot Section and Arabic cuisine is mandatory, with the ability to prepare traditional dishes and execute established recipes consistently.
· Good knowledge of mise en place, hot kitchen cooking techniques, food handling, portion control, FIFO, hygiene, and kitchen safety standards.
· Hands-on, fast-paced, and team-oriented, with the ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining excellent food quality, consistency, and attention to detail
Responsibilities Duties:
· Prepare, cook, and present authentic Arabic hot dishes in accordance with approved recipes, portion standards, and the restaurant’s quality and presentation requirements.
· Support the Hot Section in daily mise en place and service, including preparation of meat, poultry, rice, vegetables, sauces, grills, stews, and other Arabic specialties, ensuring consistency during high-volume operations.
· Maintain strict standards of food safety, hygiene, temperature control, storage, and kitchen cleanliness, following HACCP and UAE food safety practices.
· Work closely with the Chef de Partie and wider kitchen brigade to ensure timely service, proper stock rotation, minimal food wastage, and smooth kitchen operations.