Kitchen Porter

The Role

We are looking for someone to fulfil a full time (40 hours) vacancy, including at least one weekend day.

This role is crucial in the running of a smooth operation. This position is suitable for all skill and experience levels however some experience in a kitchen is preferred. As long as you are willing to learn, enjoy delivering customer service, and work in a busy environment, we can teach you the rest.

The ideal candidate needs

• To take pride in delivering excellent customer service
• Be well presented, outgoing and friendly with a positive "can do" attitude
• To follow food hygiene standards
• To have or be willing to complete a basic food hygiene certificate

Some food/catering knowledge is preferred

Responsibilities

Supporting the team as instructed including:

• Processing dirty dishes, cutlery and equipment as per daily requirements
• Hand washing as required
• Ensuring maintenance of the dishwasher, correct use and cleaning in line with guidelines and Food Safety standards
• Ensuring stock levels are maintained for required chemicals and cleaning equipment
• Maintaining cleanliness of all kitchen areas including floors & surfaces
• Disposal of rubbish including emptying bins, correct disposal of boxes
• Deep cleaning of fridges, freezers, storage areas and any other areas as instructed by chef or manager
• Assisting with deliveries including accepting goods in, storage in line with Food Safety Policy
• Control and record wastage
• Undertaking routine & ADHOC cleaning tasks to maintain the hygiene levels in the kitchen

Assist with table clearing and restocking crockery & cutlery when required

This list is not exhaustive; the candidate will be required to undertake some other duties to support the catering team as necessary

Benefits

• Staff discount throughout the store; including restaurant and Farm Shop
• Work life balance
• Company Pension
• Free parking on site
• Ride to work (available on request)
• One day off for your birthday after 2 years service
• Pay rate up to £10.42, dependent on age (changing from 1st of April in line with the national minimum wage increase)

If you are interested in this role, please complete the application form on the website. We will be in touch if you are short listed. Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.