Commis I - All Day Dining (Breakfast)

Company Overview

Fairmont Ajman is a luxurious beachfront 5-star hotel located in Ajman, just half an hour from Dubai's dynamic city center. The hotel offers a blend of elegant hospitality and strong ties to the natural surroundings, ensuring guests enjoy superior cultural, leisure, and dining experiences. With 252 spacious rooms and suites boasting sweeping views of the Arabian Gulf, the hotel provides a home-away-from-home ambience backed by world-class service.

Role Overview

The Commis I position is crucial in delivering exceptional breakfast dining experiences by supporting the culinary team in food preparation, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring quality standards are met every day. The role involves hands-on cooking and assisting senior chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes precisely according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Assist the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef with the preparation and service of breakfast meals.
• Complete all mise en place activities needed before the breakfast service starts.
• Manage setup and replenishment of breakfast buffet stations, keeping food fresh and attractive.
• Cook breakfast specialties such as eggs, omelets, pancakes, and waffles as assigned.
• Consistently control food quality, flavor, portions, and presentation.
• Adhere to food safety protocols including hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines at all times.
• Ensure workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas are clean and well organized.
• Check and confirm ingredient freshness before use.
• Reduce food wastage through proper preparation, portion control, and storage methods.
• Facilitate efficient kitchen operations especially during busy breakfast periods.
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by the Chef.

Candidate Qualifications

• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or related discipline.
• Prior hotel experience, ideally focused on breakfast or all-day dining services.
• Basic culinary skills in food preparation, cooking methods, and kitchen workflow.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-moving kitchen environment.
• Good teamwork, communication, and time management abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including weekends and public holidays.
• Positive mindset, eagerness to learn, and close attention to detail.

Additional Details

• Company policy offers comprehensive medical coverage.
• Meals provided during duty hours.
• Access to Heartist Card benefits including discounted Accor hotel rates worldwide for oneself, family, and friends.
• Discounts on food and beverages within the hotel's restaurants.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning through Accor’s Academy.
• Career growth potential within the hotel and across Accor’s international network.
• Participation in meaningful corporate social responsibility initiatives benefiting the community and environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

Fairmont Ajman values a diverse and inclusive workforce, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and focusing on skills and capabilities in employment decisions. Candidates with disabilities or special needs are encouraged to communicate them for appropriate accommodation.