First Commis – Food & Beverage

About the role

The First Commis supports the kitchen team in delivering high‑quality meals and ensuring smooth service in a busy hotel environment. This full‑time position reports to the Chef and works closely with Food & Beverage staff to meet guest expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare special meals and substitute items according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Pull frozen items for thawing, portion, arrange, and garnish food.
• Maintain food logs and monitor quality and quantity of prepared dishes.
• Communicate assistance needs during peak periods and inform the Chef of excess or out‑of‑stock items.
• Notify service staff of menu specials and unavailable items.
• Follow all safety, security, and hygiene policies; report maintenance issues and incidents.
• Maintain a clean, professional appearance and uphold confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Perform physical tasks such as standing for long periods, lifting up to 25 lb, and moving equipment.

Required profile

• Technical, trade or vocational school education.
• Minimum of 3 years of related kitchen experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and collaborate with team members.
• Physical capability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry items as described.

Required skills

• Food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Temperature control of ovens, grills, broilers and roasters.
• Portioning, plating, and garnish execution.
• Food safety and hygiene compliance.