Kitchen Porter
Kitchen Porter
As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen by diligently following established procedures and best practices. You will effectively assist in food preparation and contribute to a smooth and efficient kitchen operation. By consistently demonstrating a commitment to cleanliness, safety, and efficiency, you will contribute to a positive and safe working environment for all.
The successful candidate will be required to work 30 hours per week.
About this role
Key Accountabilities:
Assist in food preparation and contribute to a smooth and efficient kitchen operation.
Competently and efficiently clean the kitchen, adhering to established cleaning schedules.
Maintain a positive and can-do attitude, supporting the team and contributing to a positive work environment.
Ensure pot-wash standards are maintained to the highest level, prioritising cleanliness and efficiency.
Assist in ensuring a high level of Health & Safety and food hygiene, adhering to all safety guidelines.
Support stock control and ordering processes to ensure efficient inventory management.
Be aware of COSHH regulations and use PPE appropriately.
Support the Head Chef in stocktaking and storage, ensuring accurate records and minimising waste.
Comply with all Health and Safety regulations and work safely at all times.
Complete any other reasonable tasks as delegated by your Line Manager.
Essential Criteria:
Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment (preferred but not essential).
Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and handle pressure.
Good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.
Physically fit and able to lift heavy items when required.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Company Benefits:
As an award-winning, family-owned hotel, we offer our staff the chance to become “part of the family!” Your employee benefits will include the following:
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Internal growth and professional development opportunities.
28 days' holiday for full-time staff.
Departmental incentives including employee discounts on hotel stays and dining.
Free parking.
Discounted friends and family rates.
This job description is not exhaustive; therefore, the job holder may be required, from time to time, to conduct tasks as and when requested by Hotel Management.
In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage. Please ensure your CV is up to date, as this is required for the interview process.
Sponsorship for this role is not offered. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.
Interviews may take place before the job advertisement closes. Submit your application promptly, as the role may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and handle pressure.
- Good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.
- Physically fit and able to lift heavy items when required.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Desired criteria
- Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Establishing Rapport With Clients
Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs
Exceptional Customer Service Skills
