Commis Chef at Beachfront Vipingo

Job Purpose

• To assist in the preparation, cooking and presentation of meals by supporting senior chefs in maintaining high culinary standards, food safety and efficient kitchen operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including washing, peeling and portioning.
• Assist in food preparation and cooking under supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Store food items appropriately.
• Assist with stock rotation using the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) principle.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Assist in receiving and storing food deliveries.
• Support senior chefs during meal service.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Chef de Partie.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Food preparation accuracy.
• Timeliness of meal preparation.
• Compliance with food safety standards.
• Workstation cleanliness.
• Reduction in food wastage.
• Productivity.
• Teamwork and cooperation.
• Adherence to recipes and instructions.

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• Certificate or Diploma in Food Production, Culinary Arts or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in the hospitality industry.