Commi Chef

Job Description – Commis 1 / Commis 2

Department: Chocolate & Pastry Kitchen
Position: Commis 1 / Commis 2
Reports To: CDP

Position Summary

We are looking for passionate and disciplined Commis 1 and Commis 2 team members to join our Chocolate & Pastry Kitchen.

The role will primarily support chocolate production while also providing hands-on exposure and training in pastry and bakery production. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in developing a long-term career in pastry and be willing to learn professional pastry techniques, recipes, production methods and finishing standards.

Key Responsibilities1. Chocolate Production

• Assist in the preparation and production of chocolates, pralines, truffles, fillings, ganaches and chocolate decorations.
• Assist with chocolate tempering, moulding, dipping and finishing as per SOPs.
• Maintain consistency in quality, weight, texture, taste and appearance.
• Follow standard recipes and production sheets accurately.
• Handle chocolate and raw materials carefully to minimize wastage.

2. Pastry & Bakery Development

• Assist in daily pastry and bakery mise en place and production.
• Prepare and assist with cakes, creams, mousses, fillings, cookies, brownies, tarts and other pastry components.
• Learn basic techniques such as weighing, mixing, whipping, baking, piping, assembling and decorating.
• Support preparation of breads, viennoiserie and other bakery products as assigned.
• Gradually take responsibility for selected pastry products based on skill level.
• Maintain proper portioning, presentation and finishing standards.

3. Kitchen Operations

• Complete daily mise en place according to the production plan.
• Operate mixers, ovens, scales, refrigerators and other kitchen equipment safely.
• Follow recipes, SOPs, production schedules and instructions from senior chefs.
• Ensure correct storage, labelling, dating and FIFO of ingredients and finished products.
• Assist in stock checking and report shortages or quality issues to the supervisor.
• Support the team during high-volume production periods.

4. Hygiene & Food Safety

• Maintain a clean, organized and hygienic workstation at all times.
• Follow company food-safety, hygiene and personal-grooming standards.
• Ensure equipment and tools are cleaned and sanitized after use.
• Follow temperature-control and storage procedures.
• Minimize product and ingredient wastage.

Commis 2 – Expected Level

• Basic understanding of pastry, bakery and/or chocolate techniques.
• Able to complete basic mise en place independently.
• Can follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Supports chocolate production and basic pastry preparation.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn pastry techniques.
• Requires regular guidance from Commis 1 / CDP / DCDP.

Commis 1 – Expected Level

• Good working knowledge of basic chocolate and pastry techniques.
• Able to independently handle assigned production tasks.
• Can prepare selected pastry/chocolate products according to SOPs.
• Maintains consistency in quality, portioning and finishing.
• Supports and guides Commis 2 where required.
• Takes greater responsibility for daily mise en place and production.
• Shows readiness to develop toward Demi Chef de Partie – Pastry.

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person