Continental - commi 1

Job Description (JD) – Continental Commis I

Job Title

Continental Commis I (Commi 1 – Continental Section)

Department

Kitchen / Food Production

Reporting To

Sous Chef / Chef de Partie / Executive Chef

Job Summary

A Continental Commis I is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting continental dishes while maintaining hygiene, quality, and kitchen standards. The role requires good culinary knowledge, teamwork, speed, and the ability to handle kitchen operations efficiently during service hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook continental dishes according to recipes and hotel/restaurant standards.

• Assist senior chefs in daily kitchen operations.

• Ensure proper mise en place before service.

• Maintain food quality, taste, and presentation standards.

• Handle grills, sauces, pasta, sandwiches, steaks, salads, and continental breakfast items.

• Monitor stock levels and inform supervisors about shortages.

• Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times.

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, counters, and storage areas.

• Ensure proper storage of food items using FIFO methods.

• Reduce food wastage and maintain cost control practices.

• Coordinate with other kitchen staff for smooth operations.

• Support banquet, buffet, and à la carte services when required.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of continental cuisine and cooking techniques

• Basic knife skills and food preparation knowledge

• Understanding of kitchen hygiene and safety standards

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Teamwork and communication skills

• Time management and multitasking ability

• Knowledge of stock rotation and food storage

Qualification

• Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management or Culinary Arts preferred

• Certification in Food Safety is an advantage

Experience

• Minimum 6 months of experience in continental kitchen operations

• Experience in hotels, restaurants, cafés, or resorts preferred

Salary

• Based on experience and company standards

Work Environment

• Rotational shifts including weekends and holidays

• Standing for long hours in hot kitchen conditions

Performance Expectations

• Consistent food quality

• Timely service execution

• Hygiene compliance

• Team coordination

• Customer satisfaction through food quality

• It is a Full Time కుక్ / చెఫ్ job for candidates with 6 months - 6+ years Experience.