Commis Hot Kitchen Chef

About the role

Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain, a five-star hotel near Bahrain International Airport, is looking for enthusiastic Commis Chefs to join its culinary team. The Commis Chef assists the senior culinary team in daily food preparation, cooking, hygiene and the smooth running of the kitchen.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Chef de Partie and Demi Chef de Partie with daily food preparation and mise en place.
• Prepare and handle ingredients according to recipes, specifications and senior chefs' instructions.
• Support the preparation and cooking of dishes across the hotel's restaurants, outlets and banquets.
• Follow standard recipes, portion sizes and presentation guidelines.
• Store, label and rotate food according to FIFO procedures and help control food waste.
• Keep assigned kitchen areas clean and hygienic, and clean equipment and workstations.
• Follow food safety, HACCP and health and safety regulations, and report quality issues or equipment faults.
• Support other kitchen sections and perform extra duties assigned by the Executive Chef.

Required profile

• Previous hotel or restaurant kitchen experience is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Understanding of food hygiene, sanitation and food safety.
• A culinary certificate or professional training is an advantage.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen, good teamwork and a passion for cooking.