Kitchen Porter / Assistant - Seasonal

The Kitchen Porter / Assistant is responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen and wash up areas. The role supports the kitchen team by ensuring all equipment and working areas are hygienic, safe, and operational, while assisting with basic food preparation and other duties as required.

Duties & Responsibilities

General Responsibilities
• To report for duty at the correct time as per the agreed rota, dressed in full and correct hotel uniform.
• To maintain a high standard of personal hygiene, appearance, and cleanliness at all times.
• To demonstrate a reliable, flexible, and positive approach to work.

Cleaning & Wash Up Duties
• To take primary responsibility for maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen, pot wash, and wash up areas at all times.
• To ensure all dishes, utensils, kitchen equipment, and service items are cleaned, sanitised, and returned to the appropriate departments promptly, particularly during busy service periods.
• To clean and maintain kitchen areas including countertops, floors, sinks, walls, and equipment in line with company standards.
• To keep back of house corridors, storage, and service areas clean, tidy, and safe.
• To follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules accurately and consistently.

Hygiene, Health & Safety
• To maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in line with company policies and legal requirements.
• To complete all required cleaning, temperature, and safety checklists accurately and on time.
• To use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely, following manufacturer instructions and COSHH guidance, and ensuring correct storage at all times.
• To dispose of waste and recycling correctly, in accordance with company environmental and waste management policies.

Kitchen Support
• To assist with basic food preparation tasks as required, under the direction of kitchen management.
• To assist with inventory organisation, including the safe storage and rotation of goods and deliveries.
• To ensure fridges, storage areas, and equipment under your control are kept clean and well organised.

Communication & Teamwork
• To develop and maintain positive, professional, and productive working relationships with the kitchen team and other departments.
• To report any suspicious incidents, equipment faults, maintenance issues, or health and safety concerns promptly to a member of the kitchen management team.
• To attend all mandatory and role specific training sessions as required.

Compliance & Flexibility
• To demonstrate a willingness to take on additional duties and responsibilities when operationally required.
• To have a sound working knowledge of, and comply fully with, all relevant company policies and legal requirements, including:
* Fire regulations and emergency procedures
* Health and safety legislation
* HACCP policies within the kitchen
* Kitchen cleaning policies and procedures
* First aid procedures
• To undertake reasonable additional duties or work outside the normal daily or weekly routine, within the scope of the role, at the request of the Line Manager or General Manager.

Salary & benefits

To be Advised

Hours

Various