Commis 1 - Butcher

About the role

Conrad Dubai, part of Hilton, is looking for a Commis 1 Butcher to join its culinary team. You will work closely with the chefs, supporting daily kitchen operations through expert meat preparation while maintaining high standards of quality, consistency and food safety.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare meat daily: trimming, deboning, portioning, grinding, marinating and trussing, to quality, freshness and presentation standards.
• Apply knowledge of meat cuts, anatomy, marbling and preparation techniques to deliver consistent results.
• Work with the Head Chef, Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef to run production plans, follow standardized recipes and prepare food on time for all kitchen outlets.
• Inspect incoming meat deliveries for freshness, quality and specifications.
• Safely operate and maintain butchery equipment such as knives, saws, grinders and slicers, and report defects or maintenance needs.
• Guide and support Commis 2 and Commis 3, and share knowledge in a collaborative kitchen.
• Follow approved recipes, portion sizes and presentation guidelines, maximising yield and minimising waste.
• Assist with meat inventory, daily requisitions, ordering and stock rotation to support food cost control.
• Follow Hilton HACCP standards, Dubai Municipality food safety regulations and hygiene procedures, including storage temperatures, labelling, handling and prevention of cross-contamination.
• Keep butchery areas, equipment and workstations clean and organised, using personal protective equipment and safe working practices.
• Handle guest allergies, dietary preferences and special requests carefully, coordinating with the culinary team.
• Collaborate with other chefs and kitchen sections, follow duty schedules, complete timesheets, keep kitchen records and give clear shift handovers.
• Support Hilton's sustainability initiatives, follow health and safety procedures and emergency protocols, and take part in culinary briefings, on-the-job coaching and required training.