Commis Chef
Support a Head Chef to prepare food in a commercial kitchen.
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Jan 2024
As commis chef you help everyone in the kitchen from dishwashing to making dishes.
Reviewer's QualificationDiploma of Culinary Arts
ExperienceLess than a year
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationHospitality & Tourism
The good thingsIf you love cooking and wanna pursue career that lead to head chef so commis chef beginner step and you do learn a lot working alongside talented chef.
The challengesLong hours and always working on weekends which means always missing on family and friends but hey you gotta loose some to get some so end of the day it’s all worth it if you are truly passionate abou...
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Oct 2025
Highly stressful, but ultimately super satisfying and rewarding
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate in First Aid
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationHospitality & Tourism
The good thingsThe good things
If you are passionate about food, being a Commis Chef is an incredibly rewarding start to your culinary career. You learn from experienced chefs, develop strong kitchen skills, and see...
The challengesThe challenging things
The role of a Commis Chef can be physically and mentally demanding. The hours are often long, with early starts, late finishes, and busy rush periods that can be stressful. You’...
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