Commis I - Bakery

Role Overview

Chedi Hospitality is seeking a Commis I for the bakery team in Doha, Qatar. This is a full-time, on-site position focused on supporting day-to-day bakery production, presentation, hygiene, and service standards in a hotel environment.

Qualifications

• A certificate or diploma in Culinary Arts, Bakery, or a similar discipline is preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience working as a Commis Chef, or 2 years as an Apprentice, in a hotel, bakery, or high-quality restaurant.
• Working knowledge of bakery production methods, ingredients, dough handling, and baking processes.
• Clear understanding of food hygiene practices, HACCP requirements, and occupational health and safety expectations.
• Ability to perform effectively in a busy, fast-moving setting while keeping quality consistent.
• A constructive attitude, eagerness to improve, and strong collaboration skills.

Key Responsibilities

The role supports bakery operations, guest satisfaction, teamwork, and compliance with hotel procedures and safety standards.

Operations

• Help prepare, produce, and present bakery items in line with hotel standards and approved recipes.
• Set up and organize mise en place needed for daily bakery service.
• Support the making and baking of breads, rolls, artisan breads, viennoiserie, and other assigned baked goods.
• Maintain consistency in taste, appearance, and portioning across all products.
• Use bakery equipment safely and efficiently, and report any maintenance concerns without delay.
• Keep ingredients and completed products stored correctly, following FIFO principles and food safety rules.
• Ensure the bakery area, tools, and workstations remain clean, orderly, and hygienic at all times.
• Reduce waste through careful handling, proper storage, and stock rotation.
• Assist with buffet setups, banquets, and special functions when needed.
• Provide support to other kitchen sections whenever operationally required.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, or Executive Chef.

Guest Service

• Contribute to the delivery of bakery products that meet hotel standards and guest expectations.
• Follow guest dietary needs and special requests whenever applicable.
• Maintain respectful and professional working relationships with colleagues across departments.

Teamwork & Development

• Attend briefings, meetings, and training sessions as required by the department.
• Show a strong willingness to learn and keep improving bakery knowledge and technical ability.
• Support the organization’s values through professionalism, teamwork, and a positive approach.

Policies, Health & Safety

• Follow hotel policies, grooming standards, and department procedures at all times.
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, sanitation, and workplace cleanliness.
• Comply with HACCP, food safety, fire safety, and occupational health and safety procedures.
• Handle ingredients, equipment, and chemicals in a safe and responsible manner.
• Carry out other reasonable tasks assigned by the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or Chef de Partie.

Additional Information

No salary, stipend, perks, openings, or application deadline were specified in the source information.