Kitchen Porter - Belfast

Kitchen Porter - Belfast

£10.90 p/h

room2 is the world’s first hometel brand; designing beautiful net-zero hotels which enable both our guests and employees to become the best version of themselves, whilst giving more than we take to our local & global communities.

We are a family-run organisation focussed on providing world-class guest experiences and with a pipeline of growth to 2030 it's a great time to start your journey with us.

Our Kitchen Porter will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in the hotel kitchen and assisting with various food preparation tasks. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the efficient operation of the kitchen and providing a high level of service to hotel guests.

A day in the life of our Kitchen Porter:

• Cleaning and Sanitizing: Wash dishes, utensils, pots, and pans by hand or using dishwashers. Clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces, equipment, and appliances in accordance with hotel hygiene standards.
• Food Preparation Assistance: Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients. Help with the storage and organization of food items in refrigerators, freezers, and dry storage areas.
• Handling Deliveries: Receive deliveries of food supplies, equipment, and other items. Verify the accuracy of deliveries and store items appropriately. Assist with the rotation of stock to ensure freshness.
• Waste Management: Dispose of kitchen waste properly, including food scraps, packaging, and other rubbish. Sort and recycle materials as required. Keep waste disposal areas clean and organized.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean and maintain kitchen equipment and appliances, including dishwashers, ovens, grills, and refrigerators. Report any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs to the appropriate supervisor.
• Inventory Control: Assist in maintaining inventory levels by monitoring stock of kitchen supplies and notifying the chef or purchasing department when items need to be reordered. Help with the storage and organization of inventory items.
• Adherence to Health and Safety Regulations: Follow all health and safety regulations and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Handle and store food items safely, use cleaning chemicals according to instructions, and wear appropriate protective gear.
• Teamwork: Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth operation during busy periods. Communicate effectively with chefs, cooks, servers, and other team members to coordinate tasks and maintain efficiency.

What we’re looking for:

• Service focused attitude and huge passion for creating world class experiences
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred but not required
• Basic knowledge of kitchen hygiene and sanitation practices

Where & When

You’ll work 25 hours per week at room2 Belfast however, with our pipeline of growth and our plans to help you grow too, you may be based at other room2 locations from time to time.