Job Description

Role Overview

The Kitchen Porter/Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen. You'll help maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment, assist with basic food preparation, and ensure that chefs have the equipment and ingredients they need to deliver high-quality dishes.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the kitchen, including equipment, work surfaces, floors, and storage areas. Wash and store crockery, cutlery, pots, pans, and utensils efficiently and safely. Support chefs with basic food preparation, such as peeling, chopping, or portioning ingredients. Ensure deliveries are received, checked, and stored correctly following food safety procedures. Dispose of waste properly and manage recycling in accordance with site policies. Refill stock levels and kitchen supplies as required (cleaning products, ingredients, etc.). Follow all food hygiene, health, and safety regulations at all times. Work as part of a team to ensure smooth kitchen operations, especially during busy service periods.

Skills and Qualities

Strong work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude. Ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness. Good team player with strong communication skills. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays if required.

Experience and Requirements

Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential--full training will be provided. Understanding of basic food hygiene and safety (Level 1 Food Hygiene certificate preferred). Physically able to handle standing for long periods and occasional heavy lifting.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities Staff discounts / team incentives Company events

Part time and full time shifts available. Weekend working required.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme
Application question(s):

Please confirm if you are looking for part-time or full-time work.
Experience:

kitchen: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person