Commis Chef

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs de partie with basic food preparation, chopping, and mise en place
• Follow recipes and presentation standards under the guidance of senior chefs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation at all times
• Help with receiving, storing, and rotating kitchen stock
• Support the wider kitchen team during busy service periods

• Culinary certificate/diploma or equivalent hands-on kitchen experience
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene, knife skills, and kitchen equipment
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a professional kitchen environment
• Good physical stamina to handle a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Team-oriented attitude with strong attention to detail

• Be part of the founding team for a highly anticipated new Abu Dhabi opening
• Work with a well-established, growing hospitality brand backed by EATX
• Structured, hands-on training within a professional culinary brigade
• A collaborative, people-first culture that values community and personality
• A clear growth path from Commis toward Demi Chef de Partie and beyond

Common Grounds is part of the EATX family of hospitality concepts, known for creating neighborhood cafes that combine premium, healthful ingredients with genuine community connection.