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About the Role
Our Habitas Ras Abrouq is seeking a Commis II to join the culinary team at a remote luxury desert resort. The role involves preparing and cooking high-quality food, supporting kitchen operations, and maintaining food safety standards.
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Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present food according to approved recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines
- Assist the Chef de Partie in the daily operation of the assigned kitchen section
- Prepare mise en place for all meal periods and ensure timely replenishment during service
- Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation
- Follow all food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP procedures at all times
- Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of food items using FIFO method
- Monitor quality and freshness of ingredients and report discrepancies to senior chefs
- Assist in receiving, checking, and storing food deliveries according to established procedures
- Minimize food waste by following proper preparation, portioning, and storage practices
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, refrigerators, and storage areas
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and report maintenance issues promptly
- Support inventory counts and assist with stock control when required
Requirements
- 2–3 years of experience as a Commis Chef or in a similar culinary role, preferably within a luxury hotel, resort, or fine dining environment
- Culinary diploma or vocational training in Professional Cookery or related field preferred
- Good knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and international food safety standards
- Understanding of HACCP, food hygiene, sanitation, and safe food handling practices
- Ability to prepare and present food consistently according to recipes and brand standards
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays in a remote luxury resort environment
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Company Description
- Our Habitas is a global home for a global community of like minded people seeking connection, inspiration and a better future together.
- Their experience is powered by music, wellness, art, adventure, food, learning and giving back.
- Through these pillars, they craft magical worlds of wonder in which strangers become friends and friends become family.
Job Summary
- We are seeking a dedicated, skilled, and detail oriented Commis II to join the Culinary team at Our Habitas Ras Abrouq.
- The Commis II is responsible for preparing and cooking high quality food while supporting the daily operations of the kitchen in a remote luxury desert resort environment.
- Reporting to the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef, the Commis II assists in the preparation and presentation of dishes, ensures compliance with food safety and hygiene standards, and contributes to maintaining consistency in quality, taste, and presentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present food according to approved recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
- Assist the Chef de Partie in the daily operation of the assigned kitchen section.
- Prepare mise en place for all meal periods and ensure timely replenishment during service.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
- Follow all food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP procedures at all times.
- Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of food items using the FIFO (First In, First Out) method.
- Monitor the quality and freshness of ingredients and report any discrepancies to senior chefs.
- Assist in receiving, checking, and storing food deliveries according to established procedures.
- Minimize food waste by following proper preparation, portioning, and storage practices.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, refrigerators, and storage areas.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and report maintenance issues promptly.
- Support inventory counts and assist with stock control when required.
Who You Are
- You are a motivated culinary professional with a solid understanding of kitchen operations and a passion for creating high quality food.
- You are organized, dependable, and able to work efficiently in a fast paced luxury hospitality environment while maintaining exceptional standards of hygiene, food safety, and teamwork.
- You have a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and grow within the culinary team.
Minimum Requirements
- 2–3 years of experience as a Commis Chef or in a similar culinary role, preferably within a luxury hotel, resort, or fine dining environment.
- Culinary diploma or vocational training in Professional Cookery or a related field is preferred.
- Good knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and international food safety standards.
- Understanding of HACCP, food hygiene, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
- Ability to prepare and present food consistently according to recipes and brand standards.
- Experience working in a fast paced, high volume kitchen environment.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under pressure.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multicultural team and support colleagues during busy service periods.
- Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods, lift kitchen supplies, and work in a demanding kitchen environment.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken; additional languages are an advantage.
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays in a remote luxury resort environment.
What's in it for you
- The opportunity to join an innovative, fast growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
- The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
- Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity.
- A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
- Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands.
Working at Our Habitas
- Working at Our Habitas means being part of a purpose driven movement. You will help shape stories that go beyond rooms and amenities, creating emotional experiences and connecting people through shared rituals, culture, and a sense of belonging.
- If you believe in luxury that speaks to the soul, and want to build something meaningful in two of Middle East's most extraordinary destinations, we’d love to meet you.
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