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The kitchen role supports the preparation and presentation of food while maintaining consistent quality, timing and hygiene. It works under the direction of senior culinary staff and contributes to mise en place, service preparation, stock handling and cleaning. Attention to recipes, safe food handling and teamwork are essential in a professional kitchen. The successful candidate is expected to approach assigned work professionally, follow established procedures and communicate clearly with colleagues and customers. Work should be completed carefully, with issues raised early rather than left unresolved.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up mise en place before service and keep ingredients, tools and work surfaces organised.
• Prepare menu items using approved recipes and follow instructions on taste, portion size and presentation.
• Maintain food-storage controls, labelling and stock rotation practices to support quality and reduce waste.
• Clean utensils, equipment and work areas, following food-safety, sanitation and personal-hygiene procedures.
• Communicate shortages, equipment issues or timing concerns to the chef in charge and assist colleagues during busy service.
• Prepare ingredients through washing, trimming, cutting, weighing, marinating or portioning according to the assigned station.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Culinary training, a hospitality qualification or practical kitchen experience is beneficial for the role.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, safe handling, storage and kitchen hygiene.
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions and portion standards accurately.
• Good time management and willingness to work collaboratively under service pressure.
• Commitment to cleanliness, waste reduction and continuous improvement.

Skills

• Ingredient preparation and mise en place
• Food safety and sanitation
• Recipe accuracy and portion control
• Teamwork, timing and kitchen organisation

Professional Approach

The position offers the opportunity to strengthen culinary technique through consistent practice, close coordination with senior chefs and attention to every stage of food preparation. Clear handovers and reliable follow-up help the wider team maintain continuity. Candidates should be prepared to explain how their experience, training or transferable skills relate to the duties and how they would contribute to a professional, service-focused team.

Employment Details

• Company: Accor
• Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Salary: Not disclosed