To prepare, cook and serve food, while maintaining the highest possible quality and meeting agreed standards for food preparation and presentation are met at all times under guidance from a senior chef. Able to take the lead on a station as well as educate and guide junior chefs.
Commis Chef Job Responsibilities and Duties
- Monitors kitchen equipment and reports issues to superiors
- Continually develops culinary knowledge to produce high-quality meals
- Measures, mixes, and prepares meal ingredients, sauces, and seasonings
- Washes, chops, and cuts fruit, meat, and vegetable items
- Assesses inventory and requests resupply when necessary
- Plates meal items under the chef de parties supervision
- Disposes of spoiled items and adheres to sanitation policies
Commis Chef Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; higher certification in culinary arts preferred
- 1-3 years of work experience in a similar role
- Good understanding of food, health, and safety regulations
