Commis (Kitchen Assistant) – Casa Mia

About the role

The Casa Mia restaurant at Le Méridien Dubai is seeking a motivated Commis to join its Food & Beverage team. You will work in a fast‑paced kitchen environment, supporting chefs in preparing high‑quality dishes while adhering to safety and hygiene standards.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, washing, peeling and storing fresh produce.
• Weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Cook and assemble dishes following quality, presentation and food‑preparation checklists.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers.
• Monitor food quality, test doneness and ensure correct temperatures.
• Set up and break down work stations, maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, tools and equipment.
• Follow all company safety, security and hygiene policies and report any issues.

Required profile

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related food‑service experience.
• Ability to stand, walk and lift objects up to 25 lb without assistance.
• Willingness to work full‑time in an onsite hotel kitchen.

Required skills

• Operating ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers.
• Food preparation: chopping, portioning, weighing and mixing.
• Maintaining hygiene and safety standards in a kitchen environment.