Continental Chef

Position: Commis Chef Continental
Department: Kitchen / Food Production
Industry: Fine Dining Restaurant / Hotel / Caf
Experience: 1-4 years preferred
Location: As per outlet requirement
Salary: As per experience and company budget

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and passionate Commis Chef specializing in Continental cuisine to join our kitchen team. The candidate will assist senior chefs in food preparation, cooking, plating, and maintaining quality standards while ensuring food safety and kitchen hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior chefs in preparing Continental dishes and mise en place.
• Prepare ingredients, including vegetables, meats, seafood, sauces, stocks, and marinades.
• Assist in preparing pasta, risotto, grilled dishes, soups, salads, and appetizers.
• Prepare basic Continental sauces such as bchamel, hollandaise, and demi-glace under supervision.
• Follow standard recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients using FIFO practices.
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene of the workstation, kitchen equipment, and utensils.
• Follow food safety standards and temperature-control procedures.
• Minimize food wastage and maintain proper stock handling.
• Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure timely preparation during service.
• Follow instructions from the CDP, Sous Chef, and Head Chef.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Hotel Management or Culinary Arts qualification preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Continental cuisine and cooking techniques.
• Understanding of kitchen hygiene and food safety practices.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and food preparation methods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good teamwork, discipline, and willingness to learn.
• Previous experience in a hotel, fine-dining restaurant, or premium caf is an advantage.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates with hands-on Continental kitchen experience.
• Basic knowledge of grilling, sauting, baking, and sauce preparation.
• Good attitude, punctuality, and professional kitchen discipline.
• Immediate joiners preferred.

Key Skills: Continental Cuisine | Food Preparation | Mise en Place | Sauce Preparation | Plating | Kitchen Hygiene | Food Safety