Commis Chef | Cosme, a Luxury Collection Resort (Season 2026)

About us

Empiria Group owns, manages, and operates a distinctive collection of luxury hotels and villas, members of The Luxury Collection and Design Hotels™ by Marriott International, located in some of Greece’s most iconic destinations: Santorini, Paros, and the Peloponnese.

With more than 30 years of expertise and a team of over 400 associates, Empiria Group is driven by a shared purpose: to create space for joy through elevated hospitality experiences. Our culture is shaped by four core values — finding joy, always elevating, exuding passion, and leading with purpose — guiding everything we do.

At Empiria Group, hospitality is more than a profession. It is a craft, a mindset, and a journey of continuous growth.

Role Overview

The Commis Chef supports the kitchen team in the preparation and service of high-quality food for guests and staff, working under the guidance of the Head Chef, Sous Chef, and Chef de Partie. The role contributes to efficient kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of hygiene, organization, and food quality.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the preparation of ingredients and dishes as directed by the Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie.
• Follow established cooking procedures and techniques in line with health, safety, and food hygiene standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, utensils, and kitchen equipment at all times.
• Support dishwashing and general cleaning duties during and after service as required.
• Ensure proper food storage practices, including correct labeling and safe handling of all products.
• Perform basic food preparation tasks such as chopping, peeling, portioning, and mise en place.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and professional conduct within the kitchen.
• Support the kitchen team during peak service periods by working efficiently and remaining well-organized.

Requirements:
• Basic knowledge of kitchen operations, food preparation, and food safety principles.
• Previous experience in a kitchen or cooking role will be considered an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and organization.
• Ability to perform efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Candidate’s Profile

• Flexibility and adaptability to respond to different operational demands.
• Passion for culinary excellence and delivering high-quality guest experiences.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Pleasant, cooperative, and team-oriented personality.

Benefits:
At Empiria Group, our hotels are more than workplaces — they are environments where people grow, evolve, and find purpose.

• Staff accommodation with Wi-Fi and air conditioning.
• Half-board meal plan (Breakfast & Lunch).
• Continuous training and development opportunities.
• Career growth opportunities within Empiria Group and across Marriott International properties worldwide.

At Empiria Group we are proud to foster Equal Employment Opportunities regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All applications are considered strictly confidential. After careful consideration of all the resumes received, we will only contact the candidates who meet the requirements of the job to arrange an interview. ​

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