Seasonal Commis - Isola at One&Only Resorts

Job Summary

• Responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in delivering exceptional food quality, presentation, and service by adhering to established standard operating procedures and maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation within the assigned kitchen section. Ensures all mise en place is prepared accurately and on time, kitchen equipment and work areas are cleaned and maintained, and products are correctly labelled and stored in accordance with food safety requirements.
• Maintains consistent quality in food production and presentation while demonstrating strong product knowledge and creativity in collaboration with the Chef de Cuisine. Provides excellent guest service by engaging professionally with guests, handling complaints in line with resort service recovery procedures, and communicating guest feedback to management to support continuous improvement in food quality and guest satisfaction.
• Builds effective working relationships across departments through clear communication, teamwork, and adherence to reporting channels. Participates in daily briefings, monthly communication meetings, and all mandatory training programmes to maintain operational excellence and professional development. Ensures all assigned duties are completed efficiently, contributes to a positive team environment, and supports the achievement of departmental and resort objectives.
• Maintains the highest standards of personal grooming, professionalism, and workplace safety while ensuring compliance with resort policies, emergency procedures, health and safety regulations, and South African legislation. Safeguards resort assets by ensuring kitchen equipment is properly maintained and operated responsibly, while consistently demonstrating commitment to the values, service standards, and objectives of the One&Only brand.

Skills Competency Requirements:

• Culinary school diploma and/or 3 years work experience
• 5 star work experience
• Knowledge of Food Safety systems (HACCP)
• Basic English knowledge 
• Seasonal position