Kitchen Porter

San Carlo Alderley Edge Group are hiring a Kitchen Porter!

Our story

The Distefano family, spanning two generations, started San Carlo over 30 years ago and seen it grow to twenty-five authentic Italian restaurants across the UK – from Covent Garden, Piccadilly and Knightsbridge in London to Bristol, Leicester, Liverpool Leeds, Cheshire and Manchester and with a growing number overseas – including Kuwait, Bangkok and Qatar and with new sites set to open in Bahrain, Dubai.

Colleague Benefits:

• You will be joining, one of the world’s leading family-owned companies - which means global opportunities
• Delicious, healthy Meals whilst on duty – all free
• 30% discount in our restaurants, for you and your friends & family
• Gym discount scheme
• Squadra – our very own people platform offering you free discounts and rewards at thousands of companies worldwide from groceries to holidays.
• Support in training and continuing Professional development
• Online development training with our San Carlo App ‘lacademia’
• Wagestream – giving you flexibility to access, track, build and better manage your pay.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with a 24/7 helpline for you and your family.
• Free confidential counselling sessions to help with you and your families wellbeing
• Free online health portal – giving you resources at your fingertips to help you reach your goals.
• Access to Hapi-life – a platform to help you live your life healthier covering Mental, Financial, Social & Physical wellbeing.
• Bring your friends and take part in our generous ‘Refer a Friend’ programme and earn up to £1000 per person!

Key Responsibilities:

• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment using proper cleaning and sanitising techniques.
• Clean and sanitise food preparation surfaces, storage areas, and equipment following hygiene standards.
• Loading/unloading dishwasher.
• Cleaning entire kitchen once it is closed to ensure it is ready for the next day.
• Empty waste bins and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and food storage areas.
• Support the kitchen team by taking deliveries, ensuring ingredients and supplies are properly stocked and readily available.
• Follow instructions from the kitchen staff to facilitate efficient workflow.
• Supporting the Chef in basic food preparation like cutting ingredients, peeling and washing food items.
• Providing assistance to Prep Cooks and other kitchen staff, as needed.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of storage areas, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Properly handle and dispose of food waste, adhering to waste management guidelines and procedures.
• Comply with recycling and composting practices to minimise the environmental impact of kitchen operations.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper use and storage of cleaning chemicals.
• Report any safety hazards, accidents, or equipment malfunctions to the supervisor immediately.
• Follow personal hygiene practices, including proper handwashing and wearing required protective gear.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Excellent communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail, highly organised and capable of handling multiple tasks
• A proactive self-starter who can work independently with good judgement and minimal direction