Kitchen Porter

Job Summary

Pasture Restaurant Cardiff is looking for a hardworking and reliable Kitchen Porter to support the kitchen team and help maintain a clean, organised working environment. The successful candidate will assist with washing dishes, cleaning kitchen equipment, handling deliveries, and keeping kitchen areas hygienic to support smooth daily operations.

Job Description

• Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment promptly.
• Keep kitchen workstations, floors, and food preparation areas clean and tidy.
• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and follow cleaning procedures.
• Assist kitchen staff with basic preparation tasks when required.
• Help receive deliveries and move supplies to designated storage areas.
• Store kitchen items and supplies in the correct locations.
• Dispose of rubbish and food waste responsibly.
• Maintain clean and organised dishwashing and storage areas.
• Replenish cleaning materials and report low stock to the supervisor.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety, and workplace cleanliness procedures.
• Use cleaning products and equipment according to instructions.
• Support chefs and kitchen assistants during busy service periods.
• Complete routine cleaning duties before, during, and after service.
• Report damaged equipment, maintenance issues, or safety concerns to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen porter, cleaning, or hospitality experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Good understanding of cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn.
• Good attention to detail and a positive attitude.
• Ability to carry out practical tasks safely and follow instructions.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends when required.

Pay: £13.00-£25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Childcare
• Company car
• Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Flexitime
• Free flu jabs
• Free or subsidised travel
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Language training provided
• Paid volunteer time
• Private dental insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Shuttle service provided
• Sick pay
• Unlimited paid holidays
• Work from home

Work Location: In person