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COMMIS CHEF
BrighterMonday.com Ltd
Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted about 4 hours ago (20 Oct 2026) Updated about 3 hours ago
Job Description
The Commis Chef assists the head chef with daily food preparation, ensuring all ingredients are ready for service. This entry‑level position maintains strict hygiene standards, supports inventory management, and helps keep the kitchen organized during peak periods. The role offers a solid foundation for developing culinary techniques in a fast‑paced restaurant environment.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Diploma or Certificate in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management or a related field
- • 0–2 years experience in a professional kitchen or culinary institute
- • Basic knowledge of culinary techniques and knife skills
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Assist the head chef in daily food preparation tasks such as chopping, washing, peeling, and portioning ingredients
- • Prepare station mise‑en‑place prior to service periods according to kitchen prep lists
- • Measure and mix ingredients following established recipes and presentation standards
- • Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety (HACCP principles) across all kitchen stations
- • Ensure proper storage of food items, including labeling, FIFO rotation, and temperature monitoring
- • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, work surfaces, and food‑prep tools after each shift
- • Assist with inventory intake, inspecting deliveries for quality and quantity upon arrival
- • Collaborate with the culinary team to support smooth service workflow during peak hours