Commis Chef - Colony Kitchen

Role Overview

Join the kitchen brigade at the renowned Ritz-Carlton, where you'll actively contribute to exceptional culinary experiences for guests. This position calls for hands-on participation in ingredient preparation, dish creation, and maintaining kitchen standards in accordance with the brand's acclaimed Gold Standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare various ingredients, such as portioning, chopping, and storing, for culinary use according to procedures.
• Clean and peel a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables to meet kitchen needs.
• Accurately weigh, measure, and blend ingredients as directed by recipes or preparation guidelines.
• Cook food items in line with prescribed recipes, quality, and presentation standards, including preparation of cold dishes.
• Utilize and maintain equipment such as ovens, stove tops, grills, microwaves, and deep fryers safely and efficiently.
• Assess the doneness of dishes by testing foods for proper cooking.
• Monitor food quality and consistency during the cooking process.
• Arrange and break down the workstation at the beginning and end of shifts.
• Portion and serve dishes following proper guidelines and presentation receptacles.
• Clean and sanitize all kitchen areas, including surfaces, utensils, knives, and equipment, as part of hygiene protocols.
• Check temperatures of both food and kitchen appliances to ensure safety and compliance.

Safety and Professionalism

• Adhere to safety, security, and hygiene standards; promptly report maintenance issues and workplace incidents.
• Maintain a clean, neat professional appearance at all times while adhering to uniform requirements.
• Uphold confidentiality around company information and assets.
• Engage in and complete necessary safety-related training and certifications.

Teamwork and Guest Experience

• Communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues and management.
• Support team objectives and actively participate in a collaborative kitchen culture.
• Actively listen and respond thoughtfully to the concerns raised by team members.
• Strive to deliver service that aligns with Ritz-Carlton's Gold Standards and uphold the organization's values.

Physical Expectations

• Sustain periods of standing, sitting, walking, reaching, as well as tasks that may involve bending, twisting, pulling, or stooping.
• Move, lift, or carry items up to 25 pounds independently.

Additional Information

• No supervisory responsibilities included in this role.
• May be assigned other reasonable duties by supervisors as needed.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The company is proud to offer equal opportunity employment. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, regardless of background, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

About the Ritz-Carlton Experience

Employees embody the values and service excellence that make a lasting impact on each guest. By embracing the Gold Standards, team members contribute to a culture recognized worldwide for luxury hospitality. Opportunities for personal pride in your contributions and development are central to our promise to employees.