1st Commis (Kitchen Assistant)

About the role

The 1st Commis supports the culinary team by preparing ingredients, cooking under supervision, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment. This full‑time position is based at Marriott International’s hotel in Cairo.

Key responsibilities

• Portion, chop, wash, peel, and store fresh fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes and quality standards.
• Prepare and cook cold and hot foods, following presentation and food‑preparation checklists.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers safely and efficiently.
• Test foods for proper cooking, monitor quality, and ensure correct portioning.
• Set up and break down work stations, and maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas, tools, and equipment.
• Check appliance and food temperatures, and follow all safety, security, and company policies.

Required profile

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related kitchen or food‑service experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 25 lb, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.

Required skills

• Operating ovens
• Operating stoves
• Operating grills
• Operating microwaves
• Operating fryers