Commis -Salads

Kitopi is a creator of magical food experienceswe discover, create, and curate homegrown brands from the region, for the region.

With a purpose to satisfy the world's appetite to create joy, Kitopi owns and operates a diverse portfolio of over 200+ brands. These brands are either created, discovered, or curated with their customers in mind.

Launched in Dubai, UAE, in January 2018, Kitopi has grown to become one of the greatest success stories in the food tech space. By July 2021, Kitopi achieved Unicorn status, becoming the fastest company in the MENA region to reach this milestone.

Kitopi's growth has been fueled by its innovative and scalable software solutions. Kitopi's kitchens are powered by its proprietary Smart Kitchen Operating System (SKOS), an in-house suite of applications that optimizes cloud kitchen operations in real-time. As part of its growth roadmap, technological innovation, data science, artificial intelligence, and robotics will take center stage as Kitopi continues to reinvent the food industry and remain the leading food company in the region.

With over 6,000 employees, Kitopi currently operates 200+ locations across the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. It also operates its Customer Experience Center in Amman, Jordan, and its Engineering Hub in Krakow, Poland.

Job Summary Commis - Salads

The Commis Salads is responsible for preparing, assembling, and presenting fresh salads, cold appetizers, and related dishes according to the restaurant's standards. This role supports the Chef de Partie by handling mise en place, washing and cutting vegetables, preparing dressings, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the salad station. The Commis ensures all ingredients are fresh, properly stored, and prepared on time for service. This position requires attention to detail, strong hygiene practices, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and assemble salads, dressings, and cold appetizers according to standardized recipes and portion sizes.
• Wash, peel, cut, and prepare fruits and vegetables as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the cold kitchen station at all times.
• Ensure freshness and proper rotation of all ingredients (FIFO method).
• Label and store all food items properly to ensure hygiene and food safety compliance.
• Assist in mise en place for salads and cold dishes during prep time.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow all hygiene, sanitation, and safety regulations as per HACCP and kitchen standards.
• Report any spoiled or expired items to the supervisor or senior chef immediately.
• Support other kitchen stations when required during high-volume service.

What We Are looking For

• Proven experience as a Commis Chef or in a cold kitchen/salad section (preferred).
• Basic knowledge of salad ingredients, dressings, and plating techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Good communication and time-management skills.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Culinary diploma or relevant certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Extensive learning opportunities with hard and soft skill training to help you improve and challenge yourself.
• Be involved in customized trainings.
• Have the chance to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Become part of one of the most caring communities out there.
• The famous team activities and social events bursting with fun.
• Annual leave as per the company policy.
• Medical Insurance covering all necessary services.
• Yearly get-together for our Frontliner Champions. Recruitment Process and Timeline

Recruitment Process and Timeline

• Application Review: Submit your application, and our Talent Attraction team will carefully review your profile.
• Pre-Screening: If your experience matches our requirements, you will receive a call from our Talent Team to discuss the opportunity.
• Interview Process: If shortlisted, you will meet with our Hiring or Operations Managers. You may be asked to attend an additional round, which could include a kitchen trial or a dine-in assessment.
• Offer Discussion: Upon successful completion of the interview and trial stages, our recruiter will contact you to discuss the offer. Once aligned, your official offer letter will be sent to you via email.

So, what does it really mean to work at Kitopi

We are constantly striving to make Kitopi the best place to work, by empowering you to be the best version of yourself every day. Our company values act as our guiding principles to help ensure that everyone feels safe, included, and like they truly belong. Kitopi is an equal-opportunity employer. While we currently operate in multiple countries, we are over 70 different nationalities of talented Kitopians. Whether you are a seasoned professional, a recent graduate, or someone looking to return to the workforce after a break, we encourage you to apply. We celebrate rich diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures and have a 0-tolerance policy towards racism, bigotry, and hate. Please apply if you see a position that makes your heart skip a beat and help us build a company that we are all proud to work for. Customer-obsessed and tech-enabled, at Kitopi, we are a team of passionate humans who are on a mission together to satisfy the world's appetite and create joy