Kitchen Porter

About the Role

Working Pattern: Shifts are 7am - 3pm and occasional weekend work may be required as overtime.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitising all preparation and storage areas, kitchen walls, stoves, sinks, ovens, and grills.
• Washing dirty dishes, cutting boards, utensils, and cooking equipment and ensuring that all cookware, utensils, and cutlery are clean and ready for service.
• Receiving, unpacking all deliveries and checking the delivery against what has been ordered and highlighting any discrepancies to the site manager.
• Ensuring that the food and supply storage areas are organised.
• Being responsible for removing the rubbish and emptying of bins, waste, and recycling in the kitchen.
• Assisting with food preparation when needed.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Commercial kitchen experience is highly valued but not essential.
• Basic Catering and Hospitality certificate such as Food Handling or equivalent is desired but not essential; we can provide this for you.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Can stand for extended periods, which is often necessary due to the physical nature of the job.

Ideal Candidate Criteria

• Right to Work in the UK.
• City & Guilds certification, BTEC, or NVQ at a basic level required.
• Completing a food hygiene course at Level 2 would be desirable.
• Excellent customer service skills are essential.
• Good time management and organisational abilities.

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.