Commi Chef

About the Role

Four Seasons Hotels (KSA) is seeking a Commi Chef for Café Boulud in Riyadh. This full-time role involves supporting the kitchen team in preparing and producing high-quality dishes, adhering to Four Seasons standards, Café Boulud recipes, and established food safety and hygiene procedures. The Commi Chef will work closely with the culinary team to ensure efficient kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and production of food items according to Café Boulud recipes, standards, and specifications.
• Complete daily mise en place and ensure the assigned station is properly prepared before service.
• Support the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef with the preparation of ingredients, sauces, garnishes, vegetables, and other food items.
• Consistently follow recipes, portion sizes, presentation standards, and food preparation procedures.
• Ensure all food products are properly labelled, dated, stored, and rotated according to hotel standards.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and comply with all food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Assist in checking daily preparation requirements, par levels, and stock availability.
• Inform the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef of any shortages, quality issues, or equipment concerns.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and correctly, including ovens, grills, mixers, slicers, and food processors relevant to the assigned station.
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, workstations, utensils, and surrounding areas to required hygiene standards.
• Minimize food waste and ensure proper handling and storage of unused food products.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of the kitchen before, during, and after service.
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment at all times.
• Follow all Four Seasons Food Hygiene, Health & Safety, and HACCP procedures.
• Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact.
• Work harmoniously and professionally with colleagues, supervisors, and other hotel departments.
• Attend training sessions and continuously develop culinary knowledge and technical skills.
• Perform any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef, or Chef de Partie.

Work Environment

The Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh is located in the iconic Kingdom Tower, a prominent architectural landmark in Saudi Arabia’s capital. The hotel features redesigned interiors that reflect authentic Saudi heritage and craftsmanship. Café Boulud is one of the hotel's three signature dining venues, offering a refined French-inspired culinary experience with a focus on exceptional service.

About Four Seasons Hotels Riyadh

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh provides a bespoke experience through personalized service and hospitality. The hotel is committed to maintaining high standards across all operations, including its distinguished culinary offerings. This role is integral to upholding the reputation for quality and service at Café Boulud.