Kitchen Porter

Overview

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Kitchen Porter and become a vital part of delivering exceptional dining experiences. In this energetic role, you will support the kitchen operations by maintaining cleanliness, assisting with food preparation, and ensuring that all kitchen areas meet the highest standards of hygiene and safety. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced hospitality environment, develop your culinary skills, and be part of a team dedicated to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and work surfaces to uphold hygiene standards.
• Assist with basic food preparation tasks under the supervision of chefs, including peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients.
• Support the movement and storage of supplies, ingredients, and waste disposal to ensure an organized workspace.
• Maintain cleanliness in all kitchen areas, including floors, sinks, and storage rooms.
• Ensure all health and safety regulations are followed diligently during daily operations.
• Help with dishwashing duties to ensure timely availability of clean utensils and cookware.
• Support the team during busy service periods by providing reliable assistance wherever needed.

Skills

• Experience in food preparation or cooking in a restaurant or hospitality setting is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with kitchen operations gained through restaurant or hotel experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of proper hygiene practices and safety procedures within a kitchen environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork skills with a positive attitude towards supporting colleagues.
• Basic understanding of culinary techniques and serving protocols is advantageous.
• Enthusiasm for learning new skills within the hospitality industry.

This role is paid and offers an excellent pathway into the vibrant world of hospitality, perfect for individuals eager to develop their culinary career while contributing to a lively team environment.

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Expected hours: 12.0 – 40.0 per week

Application question(s):

• Are you over 18?

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person