Job Description – Commis Chef (Chinese Cuisine)

Position: Commis Chef – Chinese Cuisine
Department: Kitchen Operations / Food & Beverage
Industry: Student Housing / Co-Living / Hospitality
Experience: 0–2 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Delhi

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Commis Chef – Chinese Cuisine to support daily kitchen operations and assist in preparing high-quality Chinese dishes for residents. The ideal candidate should have basic knowledge of Chinese cooking techniques, ingredient preparation, kitchen hygiene, and food safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist the CDP, Sous Chef, and Head Chef with daily Chinese kitchen operations.
- Prepare ingredients, including washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, and marinating vegetables, meats, and other ingredients.
- Assist in preparing Chinese dishes such as noodles, fried rice, soups, starters, stir-fried vegetables, gravies, and sauces.
- Support the preparation of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes as per the daily menu.
- Perform mise en place and ensure all ingredients are ready before meal service.
- Follow standard recipes, portion sizes, and preparation instructions to maintain consistent taste and quality.
- Assist with bulk food preparation for scheduled meal services, as required.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across workstations, cooking areas, utensils, and equipment.
- Follow food safety procedures, including proper storage, labelling, temperature control, and FIFO practices.




- Check the freshness and quality of ingredients and report any concerns to senior chefs.
- Assist with stock handling, inventory checks, and proper storage of kitchen supplies.
- Minimise food wastage and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
- Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas after use.
- Follow kitchen SOPs, safety guidelines, and instructions from senior chefs.
- Support the kitchen team during peak service hours and ensure timely food preparation.

Candidate Requirements

- 0–2 years of experience in Chinese cuisine or kitchen operations; freshers with relevant culinary training may also apply.
- Basic knowledge of Chinese cooking techniques, sauces, seasonings, and ingredients.
- Familiarity with wok cooking, noodles, fried rice, soups, and Chinese starters is preferred.
- Knowledge of kitchen hygiene, food safety, and storage practices.
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
- Willingness to learn, work in a team, and perform in a rapid-paced kitchen environment.
- A culinary course or diploma in Hotel Management is preferred but not mandatory.

Key Skills

Chinese Cuisine | Wok Cooking | Food Preparation | Mise en Place | Sauce Preparation | Kitchen Hygiene | Food Safety | Inventory Handling | Teamwork | Time Management | Waste Control

Preferred Background

Candidates with experience in hotels, restaurants, hostels, institutional catering, central kitchens, or student housing food operations will be preferred.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Commis Chef - Chinese (South Delhi)
🏢 Uniliv
📍 South Delhi