Commis A – Food & Beverage Assistant

About the role

The Commis A supports the Food & Beverage team at Aloft Hotels in Dubai, preparing meals, maintaining kitchen standards, and ensuring guests receive high‑quality service. This full‑time, on‑site role is essential for daily kitchen operations and guest satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare special meals and substitute items according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Regulate oven, broiler, grill and roaster temperatures.
• Thaw frozen foods safely in refrigeration units.
• Ensure proper portioning, arrangement and garnish of dishes.
• Maintain food logs and monitor quality and quantity of prepared items.
• Communicate assistance needs during busy periods and inform chefs of excess items for daily specials.
• Notify service staff of menu specials and out‑of‑stock items.
• Prepare cold foods and follow food safety checklists.
• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling and employee coaching.
• Follow all company safety, security and uniform policies.
• Anticipate guest service needs and communicate professionally.
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 25 lb, standing for extended periods and reaching overhead.

Required profile

• Technical, trade or vocational school degree.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant food‑service experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.
• Commitment to equal‑opportunity and diversity principles.

Required skills