Kitchen Domestic - Salisbury, Wiltshire

Colten Care Limited; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care organization in Salisbury is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Porter to support the catering team. You will be responsible for maintaining a hygienic kitchen environment and assisting in food preparation. This role offers 35 hours of work per week, paid breaks, and a supportive training program, with opportunities for career progression. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences and teamwork, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Excellent training and support

Career progression opportunities

Annual pay review

Meal options on duty

Qualifications

• You must be a team player with enthusiasm for creating an exceptional dining experience.
• Genuine passion for maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Support the chef in preparing nutritious meals.
• Adhere to food health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Can-do attitude

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a reliable and committed Kitchen Porter to join the team and become a valued part of day-to-day life at Braemar Lodge in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

You’ll take pride in your role, settling for nothing less than spotless dishes, cutlery and kitchen equipment, helping maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.

You’ll support the chef to offer a consistent, nutritious daily menu using fresh local produce and ingredients, helping make a meaningful difference to the health and well‑being of our residents each and every day.

We always look to inspire, develop and motivate our staff through a successful succession plan. Our catering roles are wide and varied, and there are many other exciting roles within the home that play an important part of day‑to‑day life for our residents, so who knows where this exciting journey may lead?

Paid breaks and uniform are provided. Excellent inductions, training and ‘on the job’ support are available, with real career progression opportunities and an annual pay review. Additional hours and overtime opportunities suit your circumstances, and you can choose hot or cold meals and drinks on duty.

Salary & Working Hours

Salary: From £12.66 up to £14.98 per hour
Working Hours: 35 hours per week, including alternate weekends (includes paid breaks)

About you

You’re a team player with enthusiasm for what you do and a can‑do attitude. You’ll have a genuine passion for creating an exceptional resident dining experience, showing attention to detail and a sense of fun.

As part of the catering team, you’ll aspire to the highest standards, showing great teamwork to ensure that all regulations for food health and hygiene are adhered to at all times.

Benefits

Paid breaks (hourly rate)
Uniform provided
Excellent inductions, training and ‘on the job’ support
Real career progression opportunities
Annual pay review
Additional hours / overtime opportunities to suit your circumstances.
Choice of hot or cold meals and drinks on duty