Montenegro Warmth is looking for Commis Chef

Reports to: Chef de Partie / Sous Chef
Collaborates with: Kitchen Team, Stewards, F&B Service Team

Job Purpose:

The Commis Chef assists in the preparation and cooking of food under the supervision of senior kitchen staff. This role supports various kitchen operations, helps maintain hygiene standards, and contributes to the smooth execution of meals during service. The position is vital for ensuring timely and quality food production while gaining culinary experience and skill development.

General Requirements:

• Report to duty on time in full uniform and maintain personal hygiene.
• Follow directions from supervisors and demonstrate willingness to learn.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation.
• Use kitchen tools and equipment safely and responsibly.
• Observe all hygiene and food safety standards.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with team members.
• Assist other team members when needed and show team spirit.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Food Preparation:

• Assist with peeling, chopping, marinating, and basic cooking tasks.
• Prepare mise en place for assigned section.
• Help with plating and garnishing under supervision.
• Follow recipes and portioning instructions accurately.
• Prepare ingredients as instructed by senior chefs.

Kitchen Hygiene & Maintenance:

• Clean and sanitize the workstation before and after each shift.
• Store food items properly and label them correctly.
• Ensure utensils and tools are clean and returned to the correct place.
• Assist with cleaning tasks during and after service.
• Follow hotel and HACCP standards for food storage and cleanliness.

Stock Control & Coordination:

• Assist in unloading and storing kitchen deliveries.
• Inform supervisor of any ingredient shortages.
• Use ingredients efficiently to minimize waste.
• Refill prep stations and maintain stock levels as instructed.

Learning & Growth:

• Actively participate in training sessions.
• Seek feedback from supervisors and work on areas of improvement.
• Learn hotel recipes, presentation styles, and kitchen protocols.
• Develop multitasking skills and build culinary knowledge.

Safety, Health & Security:

• Follow food safety regulations at all times.
• Use knives and kitchen tools with caution.
• Report any safety hazards, accidents, or illnesses immediately.
• Be aware of fire exits and emergency evacuation procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment for all team members.

We offer:

• Six months contract with the possibility of extension
• Accommodation
• Food - 3 meals
• Paid return airplane ticket
• Paid vacation
• Paid visa
• Driver from the workplace to the accommodation and back
• Paid transportation from/to the airport

CV in English language, with photo, date of birth and diploma or certificate of acquired education are required for correct application. infomontenegrowarmth@gmail.com