Commis Chef

Job Description

Job Title: Commis Cook Location: House of Dawn Steakhouse (Vancouver, BC) Department: Back of House (Kitchen) Reports to: Chef de Partie / Sous Chef / Executive Chef Status: Full-time / Part-time (as assigned) Position Summary The Commis Cook supports the kitchen team with daily prep, station organization, and service execution. You’ll work under the guidance of senior cooks and chefs to learn standards, build speed and consistency, and contribute to a clean, disciplined, high-performance kitchen. Key Responsibilities Assist with daily mise en place: washing, peeling, cutting, portioning, labeling, and storing ingredients. Execute basic cooking tasks under direction (e.g., blanching, stocks, sauces, simple garnishes, reheating, plating support). Support assigned stations during service (hot line, garde manger, prep, pastry support as needed). Maintain station readiness: set up, replenish, and break down efficiently. Follow all recipes, plating st...