Commis III - Colleague Dining Chef

About the role

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, a 5-star beach resort in Abu Dhabi, is hiring a Commis III - Colleague Dining Chef. The role assists in preparing, cooking and serving nutritious, high-quality meals for hotel colleagues in the Colleague Dining Room, supporting the culinary team in food quality, hygiene and efficient kitchen operations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, vegetables, meats, poultry, seafood and other items according to recipes and standards.
• Assist in the daily preparation and cooking of meals for colleagues.
• Present food attractively and serve it at the correct temperature.
• Support the team in preparing multicultural menu offerings for a diverse workforce.
• Replenish food displays and buffet stations during meal service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations, equipment and storage areas.
• Follow hotel recipes, portion standards and quality guidelines.
• Receive, store and rotate food using FIFO, and assist with stock control and inventory counts.
• Adhere to HACCP standards and local food safety regulations, including proper handling, storage, labelling and disposal of food.
• Keep personal hygiene and uniform standards, report equipment faults or safety issues, and follow senior chefs' instructions.
• Take part in training, support colleagues during busy periods and special events, and contribute to a positive dining atmosphere.

Required profile

• Experience managing employee dining, a staff cafeteria or high-volume food production is highly desirable.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Familiarity with HACCP and food safety practices.
• Basic English communication skills.