Marriott International, Inc. is a leading global lodging company with more than 6,000 properties in 122 countries and territories, reporting revenues of more than $17 billion in fiscal year 2016. Founded by J. Willard and Alice Marriott and guided by family leadership for nearly 90 years, the company is headquartered outside of Washington, D.C. in Bethesda, ...
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Commis Chef - Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Menlyn, Pretoria
The Commis Chef supports the kitchen team by preparing ingredients, maintaining cleanliness, and learning cooking techniques under the guidance of senior chefs.
This role is ideal for individuals beginning their culinary careers and seeking to build foundational skills in a professional kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in food preparation including chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, and basic cooking tasks
Follow recipes and instructions given by senior chefs
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area
Ensure food items are stored and rotated properly
Assist in plating and garnishing dishes
Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
Work as part of a team to ensure timely and quality food service
Learn and apply new cooking techniques and skills as directed
Requirements:
Basic knowledge of kitchen hygiene and food safety
Culinary training or relevant experience preferred but not always required
Willingness to learn and take direction
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Strong team spirit and communication skills
Flexible and adaptable attitude
Physical stamina to stand for long periods and perform kitchen tasks
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.
Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.