Commis – Kitchen Assistant

About the role

The Commis supports the kitchen team in daily food production at IKEA’s restaurant in Cairo Festival City. Working closely with the Chef, the role ensures food safety, cleanliness and adherence to recipes, contributing to a positive guest experience.

Key responsibilities

• Assist cooks in preparing and portioning food according to IKEA recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Follow and implement IKEA food safety programs and national legislation.
• Report equipment breakdowns and ensure proper use of kitchen tools.
• Participate in training sessions and emergency incident reporting (CASY).
• Support the Chef in production knowledge and assist with inventory checks.
• Contribute to operational performance by following SOPs and KPI guidelines.

Required profile

• Customer‑focused attitude with empathy and care for guests.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the kitchen team and follow instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety standards.
• Willingness to learn and participate in continuous training.

Required skills

• Knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Familiarity with recipe and portioning systems.
• Basic incident reporting (CASY) awareness.