Job Description

Commis Chef // Prep Cook

Resonant (Dayton, OH)

At Resonant, the morning sets the tone for everything that follows. Our Commis Chefs are the quiet architects of service—building the mise en place, systems, and rhythm that allow the evening team to execute with precision and grace. This role is ideal for a cook who finds satisfaction in preparation, organization, and being two steps ahead of the day.

We’re seeking a Commis Chef who works with urgency, clarity, and pride; someone who understands that exceptional service begins long before the first guest arrives.

Position Overview

The Commis Chef supports the kitchen by preparing crucial dish components, maintaining prideful organization, and ensuring the restaurant is fully set for a seamless dinner service prior to leaving for the day. While the Chef de Partie leads a station through service, the Commis focuses on the foundational work that makes the Chef de Partie’s execution possible.

This is primarily an AM role, with occasional PM crossover as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Prep Production & Organization

• Execute daily prep lists with accuracy, speed, and consistency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and swept work area at all times
• Follow all recipes, techniques, and standards with precision
• Ensure all mise en place is properly labeled, dated, stored, and rotated
• Assist with preparing and executing Family Meal

Service Readiness

• Anticipate service needs based on sales patterns, menu demands, and team communication
• Ensure all station prep is fully stocked and set before the PM team arrives
• Communicate shortages, ordering needs, and product concerns to the Sous Chef

Receiving & Inventory Support

• Assist with receiving deliveries, verifying quality, and storing product correctly
• Rotate stock according to FIFO principles
• Maintain clean, organized dry storage, walk‑ins, and coolers

Food Safety & Compliance

• Uphold all Resonant food safety standards and Ohio health code requirements
• Follow proper thawing, cooling, and temperature‑control procedures
• Maintain sanitation of tools, equipment, and prep areas
• Participate in daily and weekly cleaning routines

Teamwork & Communication

• Work closely with the opening Sous Chef to manage the prep production schedule
• Communicate clearly and proactively with the entire kitchen team
• Support other prep or station needs as directed

Qualifications

Required

• ~2+ years of professional kitchen experience
• Strong knife skills and foundational cooking techniques
• Ability to work efficiently, cleanly, safely, and with urgency
• Excellent time management and task prioritization
• Deep understanding of food safety and proper food handling practices
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Reliability and consistent punctuality

Preferred

• Experience in a structured scratch or fine‑dining kitchen
• Familiarity with prep‑heavy or production‑driven roles
• A proactive mindset and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise
• Curiosity, humility, and a desire to grow within a disciplined team

Who Thrives Here

This role is a great fit for cooks who:

• Take pride in preparation and organization
• Are passionate about growing personally and professionally
• Enjoy the rhythm and focus of morning work
• Value systems, clarity, communication, and consistency
• Understand that excellence in service begins with excellence in prep
• Want to grow in a kitchen built on respect, accountability, and care

If you’re looking for a kitchen where your work matters — where systems support you, standards guide you, and your team has your back — we’d love to meet you. To apply, send resumes to apply@resonantdining.com, apply on LinkedIn, or visit

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