Culinary Commis

About the role

The Culinary Commis supports the kitchen team at JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata by preparing ingredients, cooking simple dishes, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This full‑time, onsite position offers the chance to develop culinary skills in a world‑class hotel setting.

Key responsibilities

• Portion, chop, wash, peel, weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Prepare and cook food, including cold dishes, while adhering to quality, presentation and safety standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers.
• Test food for doneness, monitor quality, and ensure proper portioning.
• Set up and break down work stations, and maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, tools and equipment.
• Check and record appliance and food temperatures.
• Follow company safety policies, report incidents and complete required training.
• Maintain a professional appearance and uphold confidentiality of proprietary information.

Required profile

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related culinary or food‑preparation experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift and carry objects up to 25 lb without assistance.

Required skills

• Operating ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers.
• Food preparation and basic cooking techniques.
• Measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients accurately.
• Maintaining kitchen hygiene and sanitation standards.