Commis

About the Role

Marriott International is seeking a Commis to join their culinary team. This full-time position involves preparing and cooking food items according to established recipes and quality standards, ensuring proper presentation and portion control. The role requires a commitment to maintaining food quality and safety standards within a dynamic kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items as required.
• Regulate the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Manage freezer storage by pulling food for thawing in the refrigerator.
• Ensure proper portioning, arrangement, and garnishing of food items.
• Maintain accurate food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Communicate assistance needs during busy periods to ensure smooth operations.
• Inform the Chef of excess food items for potential use in daily specials.
• Notify Food & Beverage service staff about menu specials and out-of-stock items.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists, including cold foods.

Operational Support and Compliance

• Assist management in various tasks including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees, serving as a role model.
• Adhere to all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to management.
• Complete all required safety training and certifications.
• Ensure a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs with clear and professional communication.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, supporting the team to achieve common goals, and responding appropriately to employee concerns.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards in all tasks.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.
• Capable of reaching overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: A Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree is preferred.
• Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience is required.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience is required for this role.

Work Type

This is a full-time position within the culinary department at Marriott International.