Commis II – Heartist Cafeteria

About the role

The Fairmont Ajman hotel is seeking a motivated Commis II to join the Heartist Cafeteria team. You will support the kitchen in preparing and presenting high‑quality meals for staff, ensuring consistency, hygiene, and timely service in line with hotel standards.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in daily preparation, cooking, and plating of breakfast, lunch, dinner and special meals.
• Prepare ingredients – washing, peeling, cutting, portioning and storing – according to recipes.
• Set up and replenish buffet stations, maintaining adequate food levels.
• Monitor food quality, freshness and report any concerns to the Chef.
• Follow HACCP, FIFO and temperature‑control procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen workstations, equipment and storage areas.
• Help receive, check and store food supplies when required.
• Support other kitchen sections during peak periods.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a commis or in a professional kitchen (preferred).
• Experience in staff cafeterias, hotels or high‑volume kitchens is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation and hygiene standards.

Required skills

• Buffet setup
• Portion control
• Cooking techniques
• Food hygiene
• Food preparation
• HACCP principles

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a 5‑star beachfront hotel.
• Professional development within a global hospitality brand.
• Collaborative team environment focused on service excellence.