Commis I (Mezzerie)| Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah

Commis I (Mezzerie)| Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah

A Commis 1 (Mezzerie – All Day Dining restaurant) is responsible for leading food preparation and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, efficiency, and quality in a luxury all-day dining restaurant. A Commis 1 is expected to take full ownership of their assigned section, ensuring consistency in food production while assisting the Demi Chef De Partie in executing high-quality dishes.

What will I be doing

This position is essential in delivering a seamless and exceptional dining experience for our guests, contributing to the overall success of the All Day Dining Restaurant service.

Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes within company guideline.
• Assist in preparing and cooking dishes according to hotel standards and guest preferences within company guideline.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, and presentation of all menu items.
• Support in the preparation and mise en place of ingredients, ensuring all ingredients are fresh ready before service.
• Follow standard recipes and guidelines to prepare meals while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Cook and present dishes with precision, ensuring they meet the established culinary standards.
• Work closely with Commis 2, Commis 3, and other culinary team members to ensure timely and efficient service.
• Checks and controls the proper storage of product, monitoring age and condition of all food items to rotate and maintain highest quality.
• Keeps all refrigeration equipment, storage and working areas clean and clutter free, complying with Health department regulations.
• Prepares daily requisitions for supplies and food items for production.
• Reads and employs math skills to follow recipes.
• Prepares daily requisitions for supplies and food items for production
• Support stock management, storage, and inventory control with attention to detail.
• Visually inspects, selects and uses only food items ideal for cooking, in preparation of all menu items.

What are we looking for

A Commis 1 (Mezzerie – All Day Dining restaurant) serving Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts are always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Previous experience as a Commis 1 (All Day Dining Restaurant) in a high-end all day dining restaurant, luxury resort, or fine dining restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of Western, Arabic, and international cuisine.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor kitchen environment.
• Passion for food and creativity in presentation.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language in order to complete requisitions read recipes and communicates with other team members.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on continuous schedule.
• Ability to stand and to work continuously in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.

What will it be like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all.