Commis Chef

Role Overview

Commis Chef at Apparel Group. Responsible for basic food preparation in an assigned kitchen section.

Role Purpose

Support senior kitchen staff in food production by preparing ingredients, maintaining mise-en-place, and upholding hygiene and equipment standards within an assigned section.

Key Responsibilities

Food Production & Preparation

• Cooperate and work with the senior cook in food production within the assigned section.
• Assist the senior cook in performing duties efficiently.
• Collect required food items from stores and the butchery.
• Prepare mise-en-place according to direction from the section head.

Hygiene, Safety & Sanitation

• Follow all hygiene and sanitation rules and regulations in the kitchen.
• Maintain required operational hygiene standards according to cleaning rotas at all times.
• Familiarize yourself with restaurant policies and procedures relating to health, hygiene, and fire life safety.
• Familiarize yourself with emergency exits and evacuation procedures.

Equipment & Maintenance

• Maintain equipment in good, clean condition.
• Ensure repairs and maintenance are regularly carried out.

Cost Control & Waste Management

• Maintain food cost within budget by controlling waste without compromising standards.

Training & Development

• Attend training classes as directed.
• Keep records of new recipes and cooking procedures.

General Duties

• Comply with the company's corporate code of conduct.
• Familiarize yourself with company values and model desired behaviors.
• Perform any additional duties allocated by management in pursuit of business goals.