Commis de Cuisine M/F/X

About the job

About Orient Express

Travel artisan since 1883, Orient Express elevates the art of travel with its luxury trains, hotels, and sailing yachts. The brand has just launched its first hotel, Orient Express La Minerva, in Rome – followed by Orient Express Venice at Palazzo Donà Giovannelli in 2026. The experience continues with the recent launch of the La Dolce Vita Orient Express train, followed by Orient Express Corinthian in 2026, the first of two Orient Express sailing yachts, and finally, the return of the L'Orient Express train on the tracks. Since 2022, Orient Express has been part of Accor Group's flagship luxury brand collection, with a century-old heritage in high-quality hospitality and catering. In 2024, Accor and LVMH signed a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of Orient Express. Follow the journey on @orientexpress on Instagram or visit the website www.orient-express.com .

About Orient Express Venice at Palazzo Donà Giovannelli

Orient Express will open its second hotel in Italy in the exceptional city of Venice. Architect and interior designer Aline Amar d'Amman, together with her studio Culture in Architecture, has been commissioned to design and decorate the spaces. Venice, once the gateway to Constantinople and a legendary stop of the Orient Express train – which opened in 1919 with the completion of the Simplon Tunnel connecting Switzerland to Italy – will be the site of the second Orient Express hotel, scheduled to open in 2026.

The Commis de Cuisine plays a key role within our Kitchen team, supporting the preparation and presentation of an excellent gastronomic offer in line with the hotel's standards of quality, elegance, and precision.

Reporting to the Chef de Partie and the Sous Chef, the Commis de Cuisine contributes to delivering a refined and memorable culinary experience, respecting the values of craftsmanship, consistency, and guest centrality that characterize our five-star luxury service.

Main Responsibilities

• Supports the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes in various kitchen sections under the supervision of senior Chefs.
• Ensures that the mise en place is prepared, organized, and maintained according to the highest quality standards, guaranteeing full service operability.
• Follows recipes, portion control, and presentation specifications established by culinary management.
• Strictly adheres to hygiene, safety, and sanitation procedures in compliance with HACCP guidelines and the hotel's food safety protocols.
• Keeps workstations and kitchen equipment clean and orderly throughout the shift.
• Collaborates with kitchen colleagues to ensure smooth and efficient operations during preparation and service phases.
• Participates in periodic briefings, training sessions, and tastings to enhance skills and product knowledge.
• Supports the receipt, inspection, and proper storage of supplies, respecting hotel standards and food safety regulations.
• Promptly communicates to the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef any product shortages, equipment issues, or other criticalities.
• Actively contributes to reducing food waste through proper storage, rotation, and use of raw materials.
• Respects personal care and image standards, consistently embodying the professionalism required in a luxury hospitality context.
• Demonstrates passion for culinary art, eagerness to learn, and strong commitment to ensuring excellence in every dish.
• Supports the kitchen team in preparing events, banquets, and special gastronomic experiences when needed.
• Knows and respects hotel procedures regarding emergency, health, and safety, contributing to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Adopts respectful and teamwork-oriented behavior, fostering a positive and inclusive work climate.

• Diploma or culinary certification obtained from a recognized hotel institute or cooking school.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in luxury hospitality or fine dining contexts.
• Solid knowledge of basic cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen operations.
• Good knowledge of kitchen hygiene standards and food safety regulations (HACCP).
• High attention to detail, cleanliness, and quality in dish preparation and presentation.
• Proactive attitude, desire to learn, adapt, and grow within the kitchen team.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, according to operational needs.
• Strong team spirit, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent knowledge of Italian; basic knowledge of English is preferable, additional languages are a plus.
• Legal right to work in Italy.

• Supplementary health insurance to the National Collective Labor Agreement, extended also to family members.
• Meal vouchers.
• Annual leave.
• ALL – Heartist® Program: employee benefit card with discounted rates at all ACCOR properties and partners worldwide.
• Training and development: opportunities to develop your talent and grow within the company and internationally.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: we are an inclusive company and our goal is to attract, select, and promote diverse talents.