Kitchen Porter

Peoplebank; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic kitchen team is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Porter to keep the kitchen spotless and running efficiently in Glasgow. The ideal candidate should have experience in a similar role and knowledge of food safety standards. Responsibilities include washing dishes, maintaining cleanliness, assisting with food prep, and supporting the kitchen team. This position offers opportunities for personal development and a range of employee benefits, including discounts and well-being support.

Benefits

Employee discounts on hotel rates

Access to IHG employee benefits

Shopping discounts

Free legal & money advice

Wellbeing tips and support

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Keep all kitchen areas clean and tidy.
• Assist with basic food preparation.
• Receive and store deliveries of food and supplies.
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards

Good communication skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Positive and enthusiastic attitude

Ability to work as part of a team

Job description

Are you a reliable and hardworking individual with a passion for keeping things spotless? We're looking for a dedicated Kitchen Porter to join our dynamic team and ensure our kitchen runs like a well-oiled machine.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Sparkling Clean: Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment, ensuring everything is spotless.
• Tidy Spaces: Keep all kitchen areas clean and tidy, sweeping and mopping floors, and managing trash and recycling.
• Prep Pro: Assist with basic food preparation, like peeling and chopping vegetables, to help our chefs create culinary masterpieces.
• Stock Savvy: Receive and store deliveries of food and supplies, keeping everything organized.
• Safety First: Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards at all times, ensuring a safe and compliant kitchen.
• Team Player: Help set up and close down the kitchen, clean cooking equipment and work surfaces, and work collaboratively with the kitchen team.
• Maintenance Monitor: Report any maintenance or health and safety issues to the relevant person, ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Be a Key Player: Your hard work and dedication will be essential to the smooth operation of our kitchen.
• Join a Great Team: Work alongside a supportive and passionate kitchen crew.
• Grow Your Skills: Opportunities for personal and professional development in a dynamic environment.
• Make an Impact: Your efforts will help create a clean and efficient kitchen, contributing to unforgettable guest experiences.
• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• The ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings.

If you are reliable, hardworking, and have experience working as a Kitchen Porter, we would love to hear from you.