Organization: Gunpowder Restaurants
Job Title: Commis 3 – Peninsular South Indian
Reports to: CDP / Sous Chef / Head Chef / Restaurant Manager
Location: Gunpowder, Goa
Summary
Commis 3 is an entry-level kitchen role responsible for basic prep, cleaning, and supporting senior cooks across all sections. This position is foundational and best suited for individuals looking to grow within a professional kitchen environment. Experience with peninsular South Indian cuisine is a strong advantage.
Key Responsibilities
Preparation & Basic Cooking
- Wash, chop, peel, clean, and prep ingredients including vegetables, meats, and seafood.
- Assist with grinding, portioning, marinating, and other basic prep tasks.
- Support the hot range by preparing ingredients and helping senior chefs during service.
- Follow recipes and instructions precisely for consistency and quality.
Plating & Presentation
- Assist in plating dishes under the supervision of senior chefs.
- Ensure neat and accurate presentation in line with Gunpowder’s standards.
Hygiene & Kitchen Cleanliness
- Maintain strict hygiene standards and follow all food safety protocols.
- Keep workstations clean, sanitised, and organised at all times.
- Participate in daily cleaning routines and scheduled deep-cleaning tasks.
- Follow HACCP and FSSAI guidelines under supervision.
Inventory & Operations
- Assist in storing and rotating ingredients using FIFO.
- Help with basic stocktaking tasks and flag low-stock items.
- Label and organise products correctly to maintain freshness and traceability.
Team Support & Learning
- Work closely with Commis 2, Commis 1, and CDPs to support kitchen workflow.
- Be open to learning peninsular South Indian cuisine techniques and recipes.
- Maintain good grooming, punctuality, and professional behaviour.
- Carry out additional duties, prep work, or cleaning tasks as assigned.
Skills & Competencies
- Basic kitchen skills with interest in Indian and peninsular South Indian cuisine.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment.
- Strong discipline, cleanliness, and attention to detail.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Eagerness to learn, improve, and grow into higher kitchen roles.
Minimum Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in a professional kitchen (internships acceptable).
- Experience handling non-vegetarian ingredients is mandatory.
- Knowledge or exposure to Indian cuisine; peninsular South Indian experience is a strong advantage.
- Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Ability to follow instructions carefully and work with speed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹14,200.00 - ₹16,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Assagao, Goa: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
