Commis I – Pan Asian Cuisine

Key responsibilities

• Assist in preparing, cooking and presenting dishes according to approved recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Complete daily mise en place and ensure workstations are ready before service.
• Support the Chef de Partie and senior chefs during busy service periods, banquets and special events.
• Maintain correct food temperature, quality and presentation.
• Follow recipes and cooking procedures to ensure consistency and minimise waste.
• Store, label, date and rotate food products using FIFO/FEFO methods.
• Keep the workstation, equipment, utensils and storage areas clean and organised.
• Adhere to hotel HACCP, food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards at all times.
• Check freshness and quality of ingredients and report any concerns.
• Use kitchen equipment safely and report any malfunction or maintenance needs.
• Control food costs by following portion standards and avoiding unnecessary waste.
• Cooperate with colleagues across kitchen sections and provide operational support when required.

Required profile

• Culinary qualification or relevant vocational training (preferred).
• Previous kitchen experience in a hotel, restaurant or similar hospitality environment (advantage).
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, kitchen equipment and food hygiene.
• Understanding of HACCP and food safety practices (preferred).
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced kitchen and willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Required skills

• Operation of kitchen equipment safely and correctly.
• FIFO/FEFO inventory management.
• HACCP compliance.
• Food safety and hygiene practices.
• Portion control and waste minimisation.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Duty meals and colleague accommodation where applicable.
• Transportation and other benefits in line with hotel policy.
• Annual leave, public holidays and end‑of‑service benefits according to Kuwait Labour Law.
• Learning, training and professional development opportunities.
• Career growth within IHG and a diverse, inclusive working environment.