Commis 1

Job Description

The Commis 1 supports the kitchen team with food preparation, ingredient portioning, basic cooking, plating, and maintaining clean, organized workstations. Candidates should have culinary training or relevant kitchen experience, basic food-safety knowledge, good knife skills, and the ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, teamwork, and flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. The successful candidate is expected to maintain Marriott and Sheraton standards, minimize waste, follow hygiene procedures, work efficiently during busy service periods, and show a positive willingness to learn from senior chefs.

Company Info

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort is a beachfront luxury resort located in Punta Engaño, Mactan Island, Cebu. It operates under the Sheraton brand, part of Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies. The resort offers guest rooms, restaurants, event facilities, wellness services, pools, and direct access to the coast, serving leisure travelers, families, and business or wedding groups. As a Marriott property, it generally emphasizes guest service, food quality, cleanliness, safety, teamwork, and professional development. Employees may receive benefits such as meals, uniforms, training, service-charge participation, and staff discounts, depending on the employment package and local policy. Working at the resort provides experience in an international hotel environment and opportunities to develop a long-term career in culinary operations.

Destination Guide

The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities across Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, Manila, and other tourism centers. Common roles include kitchen, restaurant service, housekeeping, front office, diving, wellness, and resort management. Cebu and Mactan combine busy urban services with beaches, island-hopping, diving, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Filipino culture is friendly, family-oriented, and strongly influenced by English, local traditions, festivals, and diverse regional cuisine. Living costs are generally lower than in many Western countries, although resort areas can be more expensive. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit, such as an Alien Employment Permit, and an appropriate work visa; tourist status does not authorize employment. Employers often assist with documentation, accommodation, meals, or transport, but this should be confirmed before accepting an offer. New arrivals should check contract terms, healthcare, weather risks, transport, and local living costs before relocating.