Commis I / Commis II / Demi Chef de Partie | Abu Dhabi, UAE | Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche

🔹 Key Responsibilities:

• Mise en Place Excellence: Execute meticulous food preparation and station setup for high-volume banquet events, ensuring all ingredients meet luxury standards.
• Culinary Execution: Support the Chef de Cuisine in the preparation of hot kitchen dishes, maintaining consistent flavor profiles and plating aesthetics.
• Station Management: (For DCDP) Lead a specific section of the kitchen, supervising Commis chefs and ensuring efficient workflow during service.
• Quality Control: Rigorously monitor food freshness, portion control, and cooking temperatures to uphold the Sofitel culinary reputation.
• Hygiene & Safety: Maintain absolute compliance with HACCP regulations and Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority (ADFCA) standards.
• Stock Management: Assist in inventory checks, proper food storage (FIFO), and minimizing waste through efficient prep techniques.

🔹 Requirements:

• Experience: Proven professional experience in a Banquet Hot Kitchen, ideally within a 4 or 5-star luxury hotel environment.
• Skill Set: Strong technical culinary skills (knife skills, stocks, sauces, and protein cookery) suitable for high-volume output.
• Teamwork: Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate seamlessly within a high-pressure, diverse kitchen brigade.
• Adaptability: Proven resilience in fast-paced environments with the flexibility to work shifts across diverse banquet schedules.
• Education: Culinary Arts Diploma or relevant professional certification is highly preferred.

Why Join Sofitel Abu Dhabi:

• Luxury Brand Exposure: Enhance your resume with experience from one of the world’s most recognized luxury hospitality brands.
• Career Pathing: Benefit from the Accor Group’s global network, offering vast opportunities for internal transfer and promotion.
• Skill Development: Work in a professional, inspiring environment that values authentic culinary passion and French flair.
• Compensation: Competitive monthly salary of AED 5,000 to 6,000, tailored to your culinary rank and technical expertise.