Job Description

(PLEASE NOTE THIS IS

NOT

A LIVE-IN ROLE AND YOU SHOULD LIVE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE LOCATION)

ABOUT US

Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa is one of the Lake District's most iconic country house hotels, set on the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake and surrounded by 400 acres of parkland and woodland. A proud member of Pride of Britain Hotels, we are known for delivering warm, genuine hospitality in an exceptional setting.

Our Kitchen Team is at the top of their game; working to high standards, creating stunning menus and delivering culinary excellence. Being part of this means joining a dedicated team who put the guest at the heart of everything they do. Sound interesting? Read on...

ABOUT THE POSITION

As our Kitchen Porter you're essential in ensuring the successful running of the kitchen, working closely with the Kitchen and Front Of House Team to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

We're keen to meet a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter who takes pride in what they do and thrives in a busy Hotel environment. You'll be able to interpret instructions and use your own common sense to work independently when required whilst being flexible enough to step in and support colleagues during busy service periods. Your main activities will see you...

Preparing and cleaning the catering environment including kitchen surfaces, equipment and floors Managing the pot wash process and efficiently supplying dining equipment to the Kitchen and Front Of House teams Assisting with End of Service cleaning and kitchen shutdown Assisting the Chefs in the preparation of food as directed (vegetables and salads) Helping with the movement of goods into kitchen stores Stock monitoring to ensure minimum levels of supply Complying with HSE, COSHH and Food Safety regulations
Please note this position will require you to operate on a rota basis which may include early starts/late finishes and some weekend work.

ABOUT YOU

You'll be someone who can work under their own steam, happy to be part of a fast paced culinary environment and able to 'change gears' when the pace demands it. In addition you'll be keen to show us the following:

Your previous experience of a commercial kitchen environment/entry-level culinary knowledge

OR

a real desire and potential to be trained in the position Examples of how you prioritise and manage multiple tasks When you've demonstrated attention to detail and high standards Where you've had to maintain focus under pressure How well you can work with a diverse workforce and be a contributing part of a service focused team That you have an understanding of regulatory compliance in a catering environment
Please note that this position requires physical stamina as you will be required to operate machinery, be on your feet for most of the shift and carry out tasks requiring manual handling and lifting.

Think this sounds like you? If you live within commutable distance of the location and are happy to attend interview in person then we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 45 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site gym Store discount
Application question(s):

Do you live within commutable distance of the work location? Can you attend interview in person at the work location?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person