Main Kitchen - Commis I

About the role

We are seeking a skilled, dedicated, and motivated Commis I to join our Main Kitchen team. The successful candidate will assist in daily kitchen operations, prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes and standards, and ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, hygiene, and safety. The candidate should demonstrate sound culinary skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hotel kitchen environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Chef de Partie and senior culinary team in managing daily kitchen operations.

• Prepare and cook food items according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation requirements.

• Ensure mise en place is completed on time and all ingredients are properly prepared for service.

• Monitor food quality, taste, freshness, and presentation before service.

• Ensure proper handling, storage, labelling, and rotation of food items in accordance with food safety procedures.

• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations, kitchen equipment, utensils, and storage areas.

• Monitor ingredient usage, minimise food wastage, and handle kitchen supplies responsibly.

• Coordinate with other kitchen sections to ensure timely and consistent food preparation.

• Follow hotel standard operating procedures, food safety regulations, and workplace safety requirements.

• Assist in monitoring stock levels and report shortages or quality concerns to the supervisor.

Requirements:

• Minimum SPM qualification or equivalent; a Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts or a related field is an advantage.

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen is preferred.

• Fresh graduates with relevant culinary training are encouraged to apply.

• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.

• Familiar with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.

• Able to follow recipes, instructions, and food quality standards.

• Responsible, disciplined, and willing to learn.

• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment and as part of a team.

• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.

• Able to work on shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

• Must possess a valid typhoid vaccination and Food Handler Training Certificate, if available. Candidates without these may be required to obtain them upon employment.

• Malaysian citizens only.

Iconic Hotel Penang, 71, Jalan Icon City, Icon City, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang