We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our Back of House team. Playing a key role in the smooth operation of our catering services, you will help maintain a safe, clean, and organised kitchen environment, ensuring that equipment, workspaces, and food preparation areas meet the highest standards of hygiene and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Washing and Dishwashing
- Thoroughly clean kitchen pots, pans and cooking utensils.
- Load the dishwasher with crockery and cutlery; operate and unload the machine, then dry and store all items safely after each completed cycle.
- Empty and clean the utensil dishwasher after every service.
Cleaning and Tidying
- Follow all cleaning schedules approved by the Head Chef and comply with established COSHH procedures.
- Complete and maintain cleaning records accurately.
- Use approved cleaning chemicals safely and in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.
- Remove and dispose of food waste and kitchen refuse, including cardboard, paper, bottles and recyclable material
- Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of food storage areas, refrigerators and corridors
- Ensure kitchen floors remain clean, dry and safe at all times.
- Keep waste and recycling bins clean and tidy.
Replenishment of Supplies
- Replace kitchen towels and paper rolls as required.
- Refill soap and handwashing dispensers throughout the kitchen area.
- Refill sanitiser bottles during and after service.
Additional Duties
- Undertake other reasonable duties, appropriate to the role, as directed by the Head Chef or Sous Chef.
This job description is intended as a guide to the principal responsibilities of the role and is not exhaustive. The post holder is expected to work collaboratively with the kitchen brigade and front-of-house team to support effective service delivery.
Skills & Expertise
- Previous experience in a commercial kitchen environment is desirable.
- Excellent punctuality and timekeeping.
- Hard-working, honest, reliable and discreet.
- Methodical and thorough when completing assigned tasks.
- Committed to achieving and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Flexible in approach to duties and working practices.
- Able to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.
Mandatory Uniform Requirements
- Plain black polo shirt, shirt or long-sleeved top.
- Black trousers or utility trousers; denim and jeans are not permitted.
- Steel toe-cap safety shoes or boots; trainers are not permitted.
- Plain black baseball cap with no visible logos.