Kitchen Porter

Searcys; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events catering company in High Wycombe is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join their team. The role involves ensuring cleanliness in kitchen areas, supporting staff with food preparation, and maintaining food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This position offers benefits such as a discount at venues, pension enrolment, and generous leave allowances.

Benefits

50% discount across venues

Enrolment into pension scheme

Up to 35 days annual leave

Employee assistance programme

Meals provided on shift

Cycle to work scheme

Birthday off

Day off for volunteering

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or cleaning role is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen area, including sinks, countertops, and floors.
• Wash and sanitize kitchen utensils, dishes, and equipment.
• Assist with waste management and recycling.
• Support chefs and kitchen staff with food preparation tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Efficiency in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Searcys are looking for a Kitchen Porter to join Searcys Events at High Wycombe.

We create fabulous events whatever or wherever the space. We’ve shown time and again that we know our clients inside out, providing outstanding hospitality in complex and historically or culturally sensitive spaces. We have exclusive access to some of the UK’s most coveted venues, from grand ballrooms to charming townhouses and enchanting hidden gardens.

We are looking for an experienced Kitchen Porter to assist the Kitchen Team in the day to day running of the Kitchen. As a Searcys Kitchen Porter you will play a crucial role in supporting kitchen staff by ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen areas.

Benefits

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 35 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue
• Cycle to work scheme
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

Salary: £13.50 per hour

Working 5 days over 7

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen area, including sinks, countertops, and floors.
• Wash and sanitize kitchen utensils, dishes, and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness in storage areas and ensure food safety standards are followed.
• Assist with waste management and recycling.
• Support chefs and kitchen staff with food preparation tasks such as washing vegetables and cutting ingredients.
• Organise and store kitchen supplies, ensuring they are readily available for use.
• Help with unloading deliveries and storing items appropriately.

Previous experience in a kitchen or cleaning role is desirable but not essential.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and hygiene.

Ability to work as part of a team.

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk