Commis Chef

**Job title : Commis Chef**

**Department : Yellow Fin Horse (Back of House)**

**Reports to : Head Chef**

**About Us**:
Locally-rooted but globally-connected, the ELSE brand is conceptualised as a modern day sanctuary and a platform for well-heeled travellers to discover and appreciate the local culture, complemented with world-class service and execution.

The ELSE mind-set is about taking a distinct and differentiated approach to hospitality, one where every experience is personalised, thoughtfully crafted and delivered with sincerity by an incredibly capable team. Join us, to build something truly unlike anything else.

**Position Summary**:
A Commis Chef operates as the assistant to a Demi Chef and Chef De Partie. The primary objective of the Commis Chef is to learn how to work in every area of the kitchen. In order to accomplish this, a Commis Chef rotates throughout the kitchen, spending a certain period, usually 6 months or so at one station before moving on to a different one.

The Commis Chef is primarily responsible for food preparation work and basic cooking under the supervision of a Chef de Partie or section chef, rotating through sections such as sauce, vegetables, fish and butchery, on average every six months. They perform various kitchen duties, such as assisting chef de parties in meal preparations, receiving deliveries, and rotating stock. A successful Commis Chef demonstrates excellent organizational skills and always ensures all station needs are in place. Working alongside the Chef De Partie gives the Commis Chef an opportunity to learn and grow as a chef.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Provide a professional support to their respective Demi Chef or any other senior ranking kitchen staff whenever deemed necessary.
- Preparing the ingredients as directed by their respected section leaders.
- Doing daily mise-en-place according to daily requirements and standard recipes.
- Dealing with deliveries and stock rotation. This includes keeping the storage areas clean and tidy.
- Helping with proper storage of stocks and ingredients.
- Required to assist with cooking, preparation and plating as and when assistance is required.
- Adhere to cost effective standard procedures for daily kitchen operation and comply with the standards operating procedures of the kitchen.
- Maintain efficient and professional workflow, including working/helping with other sections within the kitchen/restaurant.
- Strictly adhere to the health and safety guidelines of the restaurant.
- Ensure personal and kitchen hygiene at all times. Also to constantly maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen during both mise en place and service times.
- Assist all colleagues to complete their tasks as and when needed.
- To constantly provide support and assistance to his/her superiors in the department.
- Ensure that work area is always clean, neat and organised.
- Be prepared to work overtime to accommodate the busy period in the restaurant.
- Complete tasks as assigned and be willing to work overtime within reasonable means as necessary to make sure tasks are completed.
- Work together with staff on the same level, train and retrain on technical skills and communication skills.
- Comply with the grooming, hygiene, and uniform standards.
- Constantly keep oneself up to date with industry knowledge and proactively try to improve one’s work-related skills.
- Identify and ensure oneself and fellow colleagues utilise available learning & development resources to develop skills and perform their job efficiently and effectively.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
- Support team to reach common goals.
- Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
- Serve as a role model.

**Desired Qualifications**:

- Previous kitchen experience is a big plus.
- Positive outlook and outgoing personality.
- Able to follow instructions and execute accordingly.
- Great teamwork skills and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of hygiene and food safety management procedure is an added advantage.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time.
- Drive to learn and improve.
- The ability to demonstrate and execute an exceedingly strong work ethic.

**Salary**: RM2,300.00 - RM2,600.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance
- Opportunities for promotion
- Parental leave
- Professional development

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Weekend jobs

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay