Commis 1

OBJECTIVE

The Commis 1 will be responsible for preparing food and special ad hoc requests as per directives of Head Chef. He will be part of the Pastry/ Kitchen and responsible to meet the short and medium term operational objectives by ensuring that high quality standards are met at all times. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures that food safety, temperature records, HACCP and ISO 2200 measures and inventory management standards are adhered to at all times
• Maintains food preparation handling and correct storage standards to minimize wastage and overall compliance
• Informs on a daily basis the Head Chef on all relevant information on operational and personal matters.
• Ensures that all items for restaurants, banquets and special functions are prepared on time and meet quality and quantity standards.
• Prepares on daily basis restaurant requisitions as assigned.
• Maintains cleanliness in all assigned areas, including refrigerators and freezers.
• Performs duties common to position and other duties as maybe assigned.
• Controls cost by minimizing spoilage, waste, proper storage and exercising strict portion control.
• Preparation of assigned lunch and dinner buffets, special functions, banquets and restaurants supply.
• Ensure that cost control policies and procedures are followed.
• Produces products, dishes according to recipes and specifications.
• Attends relevant internal training sessions.
• Reports any equipment on the section which needs repair or maintenance.
• Checks function sheets, daily menus, and promotions
• Ensures freshness and suitability of products used by the section and that they are stored properly.
• Ensures smooth running of the section during Line Manager absences.