Commis Chef

Role Overview

Commis Chef at Apparel Group. Responsible for basic preparation in a given section in the kitchen.

Role Purpose

Support the senior cook in food production within an assigned kitchen section, maintaining hygiene standards, managing mise-en-place, and controlling food costs while developing culinary skills through training and procedure documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Food Production & Preparation

• Cooperate and work with the senior cook in producing food in 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 given by the section head.
• Maintain food cost within budget by controlling waste without compromising standards.

Hygiene, Safety & Sanitation

• Follow rules and regulations of hygiene and sanitation in the kitchen at all times.
• Maintain the required standard of operational hygiene according to cleaning rotas.
• 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.

Training & Development

• Follow and attend training classes.
• 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 other duties allocated from time to time as directed by Management in pursuit of business goals.