KITCHEN PORTER

Thistle City Barbican; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality hotel in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated individual to carry out essential cleaning tasks and support in food preparation. This role requires a hands-on approach, an eye for detail, and the ability to work well under pressure. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness of kitchen areas and assisting in food preparation according to health regulations. The position comes with attractive benefits such as a monthly service charge, generous holiday, and discounts and well-being support.

Benefits

31 days holiday increasing with service

Access to earnings before payday

Free parking

Complimentary meals on duty

Discounted live-in accommodation

Team events and step achievements

Discounts on food and beverages

Complimentary uniform and shoe allowance

Onsite Team Gym

Employee Assistance Support line

Qualifications

• Possess a strong willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
• Demonstrate a detail-oriented approach to tasks.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Carry out basic cleaning tasks efficiently.
• Clean and organize kitchen areas and ensure hygiene standards.
• Support in basic food preparation in line with health regulations.

Skills

Hands on approach to work

Detail oriented

Excellent communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Positive attitude

Job description

£12.31 per hour plus monthly service charge, typically £2,400 annually

Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five-star, 17th-century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award-winning spa, and a cutting-edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience. The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out basic cleaning tasks as fast as possible
• Collecting and washing up pots and pans
• Cleaning crockery & cutlery and ensuring food preparation sites are clean and ready
• Ensuring the storeroom remains organized
• Making sure work surfaces, floors and walls are always clean and sanitized
• Cleaning dishes manually and by using the dishwasher
• Supporting in basic food preparation
• Washing pots, pans and any other kitchen equipment’s
• Hold the kitchen work areas in accordance with HACCP regulations
• Responsible for maintaining the hygiene of the main catering areas to enable the delivery of high standard catering services in adherence with all health & safety/food safety regulations and best practice

Key Skills, Qualities & Experience

• Hands on approach to work, always being productive and looking to improve
• Detail orientated and drives standards
• Possess a positive attitude and a desire to learn
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Friendly, courteous and helpful with excellent communication skills
• Motivated to go the extra mile for guests and colleagues
• Use of own initiative with willingness to go above and beyond in supporting the wider Grantley Hall team

Grantley Hall offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities for all employees:

• A monthly service charge - typically £2,400 annually
• 31 days holiday increasing to 33 days with length of service
• Access to earnings before payday (Wagestream)
• Free parking
• Complimentary meals when on duty
• Discounted modern and spacious live-in accommodation
• Celebrating success! Company parties, winter award ceremonies and team events and incentives through the year. We also celebrate training achievements, birthdays, babies, marriages and so much more…
• Team appreciation and wellbeing activities - Team member of the month awards, BBQ’s, ice cream van, team massages, competitions & prizes, seasonal gifts, flu jabs
• Grantley Hall discounts - 50% off food and 20% off beverage, £100 B&B for employees (£150 B&B for friends and family), 20% off spa and gift shop products
• Access to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted specifically at the hospitality sector. We support our employees do more with their money and help their wellbeing be providing access to a wide range of stand out well being support.
• Discounted hotel stays with Pride of Britain hotels
• Complimentary bespoke uniform and annual shoe allowance
• Free sight tests for those eligible
• Onsite Team Gym with professional induction
• Refer a Friend Scheme where you can earn up to £1000
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Support line and online portal supporting ‘mind, money, move, munch’
• Grantley Academy to support your development