Job Description

Kitchen Porter- Riverside Kitchen Barton Grange Garden Centre

Position: Kitchen Porter

Location: Barton Grange Garden Centre, Garstang Rd, Brock, Preston PR3 0BT

Hours: Full-Time and Part-time roles available

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Are you an enthusiastic and reliable individual with a passion for keeping a kitchen running smoothly? We are looking for a

Kitchen Porter

to join our team at Barton Grange Garden Centre. We are seeking hard-working, dependable people to help us maintain a clean and efficient kitchen, supporting our chefs and ensuring an exceptional experience for our customers.

Why Join Us?

Blue Diamond is the leading name in Garden Centre retail, celebrated for our commitment to quality, style, and exceptional customer experience. We believe in nurturing talent, providing growth opportunities, and celebrating our team's successes.

Barton Grange is part of the Blue Diamond Group, the UK's largest Garden Centre Group in terms of turnover, having grown from a turnover of 187 million in 2019 to a turnover of over 400 million in 2025.

With 52 centres across the UK and Channel Islands, we are constantly evolving and expanding, and we want YOU to grow with us!

Our target demographic are AB1 customers, and we attract this calibre of customers by offering inspirational retailing with a point of difference - style, emotion and innovation for the home and garden, whilst providing exceptional customer service.

Our Managing Director, Alan Roper, has headed up the Group since 1999, and we pride ourselves on our exceptional staff retention and in empowering our staff to reach their full potential and enjoy a rewarding career.

The Role:

This role is vital in ensuring that food preparation areas are hygienic and well-stocked, enabling our chefs to deliver exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for cleanliness, a positive attitude, and an interest in hospitality and culinary operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a busy cafe.

Responsibilities

Washing, cleaning, and sanitising dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment to uphold hygiene standards Ensuring the cleanliness of work surfaces, floors, and storage areas throughout the shift Restocking supplies and organising storage areas to facilitate smooth kitchen operations Supporting the kitchen team during busy periods by helping with serving and clearing tables when required Adhering strictly to health and safety regulations at all times Assisting with waste disposal and recycling procedures efficiently and responsibly

Qualifications

Previous experience in a restaurant, hotel, or hospitality environment is advantageous but not essential; training will be provided Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Good organisational skills with attention to detail Flexibility to work shifts including weekends and public holidays as required A positive attitude and willingness to learn about culinary operations and hospitality standards
This role offers an excellent pathway into the hospitality industry for individuals eager to develop their skills in food service and kitchen management. We value hardworking team players committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and customer service.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary Generous staff discount Training and development opportunities A dynamic and supportive work environment where your skills and knowledge are valued
Please visit bluediamond.gg to find out more about us.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 42.5 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount On-site parking
Work Location: In person