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Commis

/ˈkɒmi/
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(noun) An assistant to a chef.

He started his career as a young commis in a Parisian kitchen.
The commis chef spent all morning prepping vegetables.
CEFR Practice Quiz
A young ____ chef is responsible for basic kitchen preparation tasks.

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