Curefoods jobs - Commi Chef

Works in the designated station as set by Head Chef and/or Sous Chef.

Able to organize the assigned work area and efficiently

Able to prepare food within recommended time frames to meet the set requirements

Able to operate kitchen equipment like Combi ovens, Hot plates and tilting pans.

Able to produce a quality product in a timely and efficient manner

Responsible to maintain cleanliness, sanitation at the assigned work area.

Responsible for preparing and cooking all food items by the recipe and to specification.

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.

Prepare all menu items by strictly following recipes and yield guide.

Cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards and food preparation checklist.

Prepares, seasons, and cooks a wide variety of meats, vegetables, soups, curries, breakfast dishes and other food items.

Slices, grind and cooks meats and vegetables using a full range of cooking methods.

Wash and peel fresh fruits, vegetables and also able to weigh, measure and mix ingredients on correct proportions.

Have general knowledge of cooking temperatures, making soups & sauces, preparing entrees, vegetable preparation and a la carte cooking.

Set-up the station with par stocks of menu items, and prepare the dishes designated for that station.

Checks supplies and prep lists and ensures all items are prepped in a timely fashion.

Replenishes service lines as needed and restocks and prepares the workstation for the next shift.

Ensures that all products are stored properly in the correct location at the appropriate levels at all times.

Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods and report any incidents to the Sous Chef and/or CDP to ensure optimum service to customers.

Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.

Serve food in proper portions on to correct serving vessels and plates.

Wash and disinfect kitchen area, workstations, tables, tools, knives and other equipment.

Maintain correct portion size and quality of the food to the organizations standards.

Minimise waste and maintain controls to attain forecasted food cost.

Review status of work and follow-up actions required with the Head Cook before leaving.

Assists in providing on the job training & development of new cooks.

Assists other Team Members in the kitchen when needed or perform any other tasks assigned by the hotel management.

Prerequisites:

Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.

Able to work in a fast-paced environment with speed and quality.

Great personal hygiene and grooming standards.