Chester - Kitchen Porter

Ivy Restaurants Ltd; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay with tronc

Management Career Development Program

Extra holiday allowance after 5 years

Staff discount 50% for you and up to 3

Gift voucher for anniversaries

Discounts on 100s of retailers

Guaranteed 20 hours

Job summary

The Ivy Collection is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter to join our kitchen team in Chester. You will help maintain cleanliness, support basic food preparation tasks, and assist with efficient kitchen operations.

No prior experience is required, but the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and uphold health and safety standards is essential. We offer competitive pay, a development program, extra holiday days after 5 years, staff discounts, and a guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; kitchen experience is a plus.
• Ability to work quickly and safely in a busy kitchen.
• Good health and safety awareness and personal hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchenware.
• Assist in receiving deliveries and storing supplies.
• Dispose of waste and ensure designated waste areas are kept clean.
• Assist with basic food preparation tasks and portioning ingredients.
• Ensure cleaning chemicals are stocked and available.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Reliability

Job description

The Ivy Collection:

The Ivy is established as an iconic destination for fine dining and impeccable service, The Ivy represents elegance, sophistication, and culinary excellence. With a rich history spanning decades, our commitment to exceeding guest expectations remains unwavering.

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking individual to join our kitchen team as a Kitchen Porter. The Kitchen Porter will play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen, assisting with basic food preparation tasks, and supporting the overall efficiency of kitchen operations.

Benefits & Rewards:

• Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc)
• A Management Career Development Program which includes online and practical assessments.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
• Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more
• Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchenware.
• Assist in receiving deliveries and storing supplies in designated areas.
• Empty rubbish bins and dispose of waste in designated waste areas.Support kitchen staff by performing basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling vegetables or portioning ingredients.
• Ensure chemicals and cleaning equipment are continuously stocked, i.e. blue roll & sanitizer.

Requirements:

• No previous experience is required, although experience in a kitchen environment is preferred.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects and stand for extended periods.
• Good level of Health & Safety knowledge.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Join our kitchen team and play a vital role as Kitchen Porter!

The Ivy Collection

is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us:

Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.