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Commis Chef

Nama
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/7/2026

The Commis is responsible for preparing ingredients, performing basic cooking, as well as maintaining a clean and well-stocked station. 

This position has an hourly rate of $32.09.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Set up and sanitize workstations

  • Follow prep lists created by the Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine

  • Prepare salads and entrees

  • Be aware of items that are running low of and communicate it to the team

  • Maintain a good working relationship with all back of house, front of house staff, management and guests

  • Store all items properly at the end of shift, labeling and dating all products

  • Ensure a clean, neat and organized work area

  • Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times to reflect the high standards of the company and encourage other colleagues to do the same

  • Perform other task or projects as assigned by management


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS


  • Must have culinary degree and/or equivalent practical working experience in a kitchen, preferably in an Italian fine dining restaurant

  • Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, nights, and holidays

  • Strong teamwork and communication skills

  • Food Safety certified

  • Able to be organized, manage time wisely and work with little to no direct supervision 

  • Very high attention to detail

  • Sensitive to cultural nuances 

  • Able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, fast paced environment

  • Ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance as per company policies

  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time

  • Multi-lingual is a plus


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