Commis Chef at Andela

Job description

About The Role

This position is the vertebrae of the kitchen. Charged with all aspects of the actual creation of meals from the basic preparation of the raw materials to readying the finished food for service, the position is very critical in ensuring optimum productivity.

Reporting directly to the Chef de Partie, the ideal candidate should have the following qualities;.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Able to follow written, oral, projected or digital instructions to prepare meals and execute other duties like maintaining cleanliness and sanitation for the food preparation areas and the kitchen in general, comply to food safety processes, observe storage, stock and cost control measures
• Able to use different cooking methods to vary the presentation and texture of the food
• Able to properly handle and use the kitchen tools, equipment and installations with a sense of ownership, ensuring only reasonable wear and tear and observing personal safety
• Able to consult and seek opinion to arrive at an informed judgment when in situations of uncertainty
• Able to imbibe the emerging trends and adhere to stringent professional ethics of a culinary practitioner
• Able to forge strong working relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds to emerge an effective team player
• Able to work odd and often long hours including night time, while constantly standing, walking around, lifting and carrying weights within recommended margins

Qualifications

• At least a certificate in food production/culinary arts or related discipline from a reputable institution
• Minimum of 1 year working experience in a similar or higher position in a properly structured food and beverage establishment
• Demonstrable passion for cooking and taking pride in others enjoying eating your exemplary good food

EPIC Values Alignment

• Demonstrable commitment to the learning & development of people and technology
• The ability to learn new things fast enough to amaze your friends and family

Interested?

If the above sounds like an exciting role to you, please tell us why you believe you’re a good fit and we’ll be in touch.

Benefits & Compensation

• Breakfast, lunch and snacks provided daily
• Beautiful working environment
• Opportunity to work with the brightest minds on the planet
• Oh, and a chance to change the world!