Commis Cook (Akira Back)

Job Description

The Commis Cook supports the Akira Back kitchen team with food preparation, basic cooking, plating, and maintaining consistent quality. Requirements typically include culinary training or relevant kitchen experience, basic knowledge of food hygiene and safety, and the ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately. The candidate should be organized, physically fit, punctual, and comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays is expected. A willingness to learn Japanese and Korean-inspired cuisine, maintain high cleanliness standards, cooperate with colleagues, and deliver food according to the restaurant’s presentation and service standards is essential.

Company Info

JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach is a luxury hotel located in the Civic District, close to Marina Bay, Suntec City, and Singapore’s major cultural and business attractions. It is part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating hotels and resorts across numerous countries and brands. The property combines contemporary design, premium accommodation, restaurants, bars, meeting facilities, and wellness services. Akira Back is the hotel’s signature dining concept, associated with chef Akira Back and known for modern Japanese cuisine with Korean and international influences. Employees work in a high-service environment where guest satisfaction, teamwork, professionalism, food safety, and attention to detail are strongly emphasized. Marriott also offers structured hospitality training and opportunities for career progression across its international hotel network.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, food and beverage, tourism, retail, technology, finance, and logistics. The culture is multicultural, combining Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences, with English widely used at work. Lifestyle is convenient and generally safe, with excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, parks, and year-round warm, humid weather. Rent and daily expenses can be high, especially near central areas, so shared accommodation is common for entry-level workers. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored work pass; eligibility depends on nationality, salary, qualifications, and the role. Employers usually handle the application, but candidates should verify current Ministry of Manpower requirements before relocating. Bring appropriate documents, budget for deposits and initial expenses, and confirm accommodation, meals, uniform, medical coverage, and transport benefits with the hotel.