Kitchen Assistant

Crowne Plaza Hotel; Marlow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & Beverage Discounts

Employee Discount Rates

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Crowne Plaza Marlow is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter to support our busy hotel kitchen team. You will help maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and efficiency to ensure an exceptional dining experience for guests. You will also assist with basic food preparation when required and help the team during busy service periods.

Experience is desirable but not essential. We value a positive attitude, teamwork, reliability and flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Ability to carry out physical tasks, including lifting, standing, and working in a busy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the kitchen and back-of-house areas.
• Wash and clean crockery, cutlery, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate the dishwasher and ensure all items are cleaned and stored correctly.
• Assist chefs with basic food preparation tasks when required.
• Keep kitchen areas, floors, storage areas, and equipment clean and organised.
• Dispose of waste and recycling safely in accordance with hotel procedures.
• Receive, store, and rotate deliveries following food safety guidelines.
• Ensure cleaning supplies and kitchen areas are well stocked.
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Follow all health and safety, food hygiene, and HACCP procedures.
• Maintain a safe working environment by reporting hazards or equipment issues promptly.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Flexible shifts

Willingness to learn

Job description

Crowne Plaza Marlow is a contemporary 4-star lakeside hotel offering stylish bedrooms, the AA Rosette Glaze Restaurant, Aqua Bar & Conservatory, and the Quad Wellness & Spa with pool, gym, and treatment facilities.

The hotel also features extensive meetings and events facilities for up to 450 delegates and is conveniently located near the M4, M40, and Heathrow, with easy access to Marlow, Windsor, and the Thames Valley area.

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic Kitchen Porter to join our busy hotel kitchen team. As a key member of the kitchen brigade, you will provide essential support to our chefs by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and efficiency, helping us deliver an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the kitchen and back-of-house areas.
Wash and clean crockery, cutlery, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
Operate the dishwasher and ensure all items are cleaned and stored correctly.
Assist chefs with basic food preparation tasks when required.
Keep kitchen areas, floors, storage areas, and equipment clean and organised.
Dispose of waste and recycling safely in accordance with hotel procedures.
Receive, store, and rotate deliveries following food safety guidelines.
Ensure cleaning supplies and kitchen areas are well stocked.
Support the kitchen team during busy service periods.
Follow all health and safety, food hygiene, and HACCP procedures.
Maintain a safe working environment by reporting hazards or equipment issues promptly.

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Good attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
Ability to carry out physical tasks, including lifting, standing, and working in a busy kitchen environment.

• Food & Beverage Discounts: Calling all foodies! Enjoy mouthwatering discounts at our restaurants and bars.
• Employee Discount Rates: As a TROO Hospitality team member, you get exclusive access to unbeatable travel discounts at our hotels and across the IHG portfolio. Extend the adventure to your loved ones with Friend and Family Rates, making your travel dreams a reality at unbeatable prices.
• Employee Assistance Programme: We care about your well-being, which is why we offer an Employee Assistance Programme to provide support and guidance when life throws its curveballs. Consider it your trusty sidekick in times of need.