Commi Chef, Four Seasons Riyadh

Role Overview

Commis Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, located in the Kingdom Tower in the heart of Saudi Arabia's capital.

Company Overview

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh is an architectural icon in the Kingdom Tower, a 99-storey building in central Riyadh. The hotel features 276 spacious rooms, including 39 luxurious suites, three exceptional restaurant venues with a combined seating capacity of 250 guests, and 7,213 square meters of event facilities. Café Boulud is one of the hotel's signature dining venues, offering refined French-inspired cuisine and exceptional service. The Four Seasons organization is powered by its people and is committed to creating amazing experiences for guests, residents, and partners through luxury with genuine heart and world-class employee experience.

Role Purpose

As a Commis Chef at Café Boulud, you will support the kitchen team in the preparation and production of high-quality dishes in accordance with Four Seasons standards, Café Boulud recipes, and established food safety and hygiene procedures. You will work closely with the Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chefs, Chef de Partie, and other culinary team members to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations while maintaining high levels of consistency, attention to detail, and cleanliness during daily operations and service periods.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Production

• Assist with the preparation and production of food items according to Café Boulud recipes, standards, and specifications.
• Complete daily mise en place and ensure the assigned station is properly prepared before service.
• Assist the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef with the preparation of ingredients, sauces, garnishes, vegetables, and other food items as required.
• Follow recipes, portion sizes, presentation standards, and food preparation procedures consistently.
• Minimize food waste and ensure proper handling and storage of unused food products.

Food Safety & Storage

• Ensure all food products are properly labelled, dated, stored, and rotated according to hotel standards.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and comply with all food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Follow all Four Seasons Food Hygiene, Health & Safety, and HACCP procedures.

Kitchen Operations & Equipment

• Operate kitchen equipment safely and correctly, including ovens, grills, mixers, slicers, food processors, and other equipment relevant to the assigned station.
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, workstations, utensils, and surrounding areas to the required hygiene standards.
• Assist in checking daily preparation requirements, par levels, and stock availability.
• Inform the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef of any shortages, quality issues, or equipment concerns.

Service Support

• Assist with the preparation and organization of the kitchen before, during, and after service.
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment at all times.

Compliance & Teamwork

• Comply with Four Seasons' Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact.
• Work harmoniously and professionally with colleagues, supervisors, and other hotel departments.
• Attend training sessions and continuously develop culinary knowledge and technical skills.
• Perform any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef, or Chef de Partie.

Qualifications & Experience

• Saudi Nationality is required for this localized position, in accordance with applicable Saudi labor regulations and the hotel's localization requirements.
• Culinary education, diploma, or relevant culinary training is preferred.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, hotel, restaurant, or culinary environment is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
• Basic knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and established culinary standards.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.
• Basic proficiency in English is preferred.

Additional Information

• Competitive net salary in a tax-free environment
• Competitive housing allowance
• Transportation allowance
• 21 days' vacation
• 10 days public holidays per year
• Complimentary employee meals
• Medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Worldwide complimentary room nights with Four Seasons
• Laundry and dry cleaning provided for work attire
• Growth and development opportunities