Shiftly

Kitchen / Culinary

Commis Chef

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

AED 2,500 - 3,500 / month

Full-timeEntry LevelImmediate startEnglish (Conversational)Local candidates only. No visa sponsorship for this role

About the role

This opportunity is part of the Shiftly Hospitality Network, connecting hospitality talent with selected opportunities across Dubai’s leading hospitality businesses. Apply once to be considered for relevant roles across our network. Employer details may be shared at a later stage of the selection process. As a Commis Chef, you'll build the foundation of your culinary career, learning directly from senior chefs across mise en place, preparation, and section support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare ingredients and mise en place according to recipe and portioning standards
  • Support senior chefs across assigned sections during service
  • Follow food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards at all times
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked workstation
  • Learn and apply the kitchen's recipes, plating, and quality standards
  • Assist with receiving and storing deliveries correctly

Requirements

  • Approximately 1+ year of kitchen experience or relevant culinary training/qualification preferred
  • Functional conversational English
  • Genuine interest in developing a culinary career
  • Strong hygiene habits and attention to detail
  • Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Skills

Knife SkillsMise en PlaceFood Safety & HACCP CompliancePortion & Cost Control (Culinary)

About Shiftly Hospitality Network

Shiftly Hospitality Network connects hospitality talent with selected opportunities across Dubai. Built specifically for hospitality, the network helps candidates discover roles across food & beverage, culinary, housekeeping and bar operations through one profile and one streamlined experience. Apply to relevant Network Opportunities and, where there is a fit, be considered for opportunities across the Shiftly network. Employer details may be shared later in the selection process.