Kitchen Porter

We are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Porter to join our team at one of our independent schools in Amersham HP6 5PF.

This is a temporary contract covering two school terms. You'll work 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 9:30am to 4:00pm.

Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools and at conference venues with the same high-end ethos throughout.

We're looking for a positive, honest and reliable Kitchen Porter to join our friendly and hardworking team. You'll be part of a private school kitchen, supporting the team with the smooth running of the daily meal service and helping to maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.

Your duties will include washing dishes, cleaning kitchen equipment and work areas, assisting with basic food preparation, handling deliveries and supporting the wider kitchen team where needed. We offer good training and opportunities for development and progression within the team for the right candidate.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Have experience working in a similar role and environment
• Be highly organised and comfortable working in a high-pressured environment
• Ensure you have high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules of health and safety
• Keep up standards of hygiene and ensure all areas are clean and tidy
• Have excellent customer service and social skills
• Be responsible for the preparation and serving of food to staff
• Have a can do attitude and will work well as part of a team of 9
• Be customer focused
• Have basic food knowledge
• Be willing to participate and enjoy working part of the team

WILSON VALE PERKS

• Our working hours are some of the best you'll find in catering - we are strong believers in work-life balance
• Our working environment is fun and inspiring, with excellent career development opportunities

Wilson Vale is an equal opportunities employer that strives to create an inclusive working environment for all. We are committed to supporting our people and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. From each and every person in our catering teams, to our operations and central support teams - everyone at has a voice.