Commis I

Job Description

The Commis I supports chefs with food preparation, cooking, plating, and maintaining clean, organized kitchen areas. Candidates should have basic culinary training or relevant hotel kitchen experience, knowledge of food hygiene, safe handling practices, and willingness to learn. The role requires stamina, attention to detail, teamwork, punctuality, and the flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays. Experience in a quality hotel or resort kitchen is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to follow recipes and Marriott standards, control waste, maintain equipment responsibly, and contribute to consistent guest service. Good communication, a positive attitude, personal cleanliness, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are important.

Company Info

Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort is a beachfront resort in Kosgoda, Sri Lanka, operated under the Sheraton brand of Marriott International. The resort is located on the island’s southwest coast, an area known for its beaches, lagoons, and turtle conservation work. It offers accommodation, restaurants, leisure facilities, and hospitality experiences for both international and domestic guests. As part of Marriott, the property generally follows structured standards for guest service, food safety, training, professional conduct, and employee development. Staff may work in a multicultural environment and gain experience in an internationally recognized hotel group. Employment packages can vary by position and may include service charge, meals, uniforms, transport, accommodation assistance, or other benefits, subject to the property’s policies and the specific employment contract.

Destination Guide

Sri Lanka offers opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, information technology, finance, education, healthcare, and business services. Hospitality jobs are especially common along the southern and western coasts, in Colombo, and around cultural and wildlife destinations. The island’s culture blends Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim, and colonial influences, with Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim, and Christian traditions. Life is generally family-oriented, social, and outdoors-focused, with warm weather, beaches, mountains, and affordable local food and transport. English is widely used in tourism, while Sinhala and Tamil are the main national languages. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored work visa or residence authorization before starting employment; requirements should be confirmed with the employer and Sri Lankan authorities. Relocating employees should verify accommodation, medical coverage, taxes, transport, contract terms, and whether dependents are eligible for permits.