Kitchen Porter Manager

Old Course Hotel; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 29,373 - 35,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals and refreshments in the staff canteen

Exclusive discounts across the resort

Access to on-site fitness facilities

Complimentary mortgage consultations

Cycle2Work programme

Perkbox discounts and rewards

Global Recognition Platform rewards

24/7 Wellbeing Support

Job summary

The Old Course Hotel in St Andrews is seeking a Head Steward to manage kitchen porters and maintain hygiene standards in our award-winning culinary team. The role involves monitoring cleanliness of all back-of-house areas, creating cleaning schedules, and ensuring a safe workplace in line with our HOME values.

The position is permanent and full-time, with a competitive salary of £32,637.54 per annum, alongside numerous employee benefits including free meals, wellness support, and exclusive discounts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen areas and equipment.
• Create and monitor cleaning schedules for kitchen operations.
• Maintain inventory of kitchen equipment and supplies.

Job description

At the heart of the world’s greatest golfing destination, the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is an AA 5 Red star award‑winning resort that centres around active wellbeing and indulgent good times. Part of the Kohler Company, the hotel offers a personalised guest experience and a rewarding career in hospitality.

About the Role

Our award‑winning culinary team, led by our Executive Chef, is looking for a Head Steward to manage kitchen porters and maintain back‑of‑house hygiene and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen equipment, pots and pans, glassware and china, silverware, floors, walls, food preparation areas, storage areas and back‑of‑house hallways and stairs
• Create and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules for all kitchen areas and equipment
• Comply with hazardous chemical and training programs
• Maintain inventory of kitchen equipment including cleaning supplies, detergents, crockery, glassware, and equipment stores
• Develop an ongoing waste management programme to ensure optimal levels of recycling within area of responsibility
• Reward and recognise high performance to maintain staff morale and high standards
• Ensure standards of work and a safe and respectful working environment are maintained in line with our HOME values
• Utilise Quinyx, our time and attendance system to schedule Kitchen Porters for each of the kitchens based on forecasted business levels
• Hold daily briefings and handovers to ensure all essential cleaning duties are carried out in a timely manner, all necessary equipment is available when required and highest standards of hygiene are maintained at all times

Hours

Permanent, Full Time – 40hrs over 5 days per week

Salary

£32,637.54 per annum

Benefits

• Dine On Us – Enjoy free meals and refreshments every day in our complimentary staff canteen, including hot meals, salad bar, tea, coffee & soft drinks
• Exclusive Resort Perks – Treat yourself to generous discounts across the resort from award‑winning restaurants, luxury room stays and in our Pro Shop (St Andrews only PGA approved pro shop)
• Kohler Group Benefits – Unlock even more savings with our wider discounts across the Kohler family
• Wellness, Your Way – Enjoy free access to our on‑site Kohler Waters Fitness Centre, featuring a fully equipped gym, 20‑metre pool, sauna and hot tub. Relax, recharge, repeat
• Plan Your Future – We’ll help you get access to the right information through complimentary mortgage consultations
• Cycle2Work – Stay active and save money with our Cycle2Work programme, good for you and the planet
• Perkbox – Enjoy exclusive discounts, rewards and monthly treats all in one easy app
• Get Rewarded – Earn fantastic rewards on our Global Recognition Platform and introduce great talent to our team through our generous Refer a Friend scheme
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme is available around the clock, offering confidential guidance whenever you need it

The Old Course Hotel is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no job applicant, employee, or worker is discriminated against on the grounds of protected characteristics.