The Commis 1 supports the Chef de Partie and senior kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, plating, mise en place and maintaining consistently high standards. Candidates should have basic culinary training or relevant kitchen experience, good knowledge of food hygiene and safe working practices, and the ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately. The role requires stamina, teamwork, attention to detail and flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays in a busy hotel environment. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a clean and organized workstation, minimize waste, support smooth kitchen operations and deliver fresh, well-presented food while following Mama Shelter and UAE health and safety standards.
Mama Shelter Dubai is a lively lifestyle hotel in the Business Bay area, combining accommodation, restaurants, bars, social spaces and a distinctive design-led atmosphere. It belongs to the Mama Shelter brand, which is part of the Ennismore hospitality collective, with Accor as a major partner and shareholder. The brand is known for informal service, creative interiors, approachable dining and a strong emphasis on entertainment and community. Mama Shelter Dubai serves both international visitors and local residents through its restaurants, rooftop and social events. Employees work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment where personality, teamwork and guest interaction are highly valued. The hotel offers opportunities across culinary, food and beverage, rooms, events and operational departments, making it suitable for hospitality professionals seeking experience in Dubai's competitive lifestyle hotel market.
The United Arab Emirates is not an island, but it is a popular relocation destination for hospitality workers, especially in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Hotels, restaurants, resorts and catering companies regularly recruit chefs, kitchen assistants, servers, housekeeping staff and supervisors. UAE workplaces are multicultural, professional and generally influenced by Islamic customs; respectful dress, punctuality and awareness during Ramadan are important. Dubai offers modern transport, shopping, beaches, entertainment and an active international community, although rent and daily expenses can be high. Employers commonly sponsor a work visa, arrange medical testing and provide an Emirates ID, but applicants should confirm the full package before accepting an offer. Hospitality contracts may include accommodation, meals, transport, insurance and annual leave. Keep copies of your passport and contract, use licensed recruitment channels, and check probation, working hours, gratuity and repatriation terms before relocating.
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