Kitchen Porter

ASK Italian; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant restaurant chain in Aberdeen City is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support kitchen operations. You'll work in a collaborative environment, ensuring cleanliness while being part of a diverse team. The ideal candidate has a passion for food and customer service. This role offers comprehensive training, competitive pay, and benefits including a 50% discount at restaurants and paid holidays.

Benefits

50% discount at ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants

Free meals on shift

28 days paid holiday

Access to Employee Hub for benefits

Community volunteering day

Qualifications

• Ability to bring an authentic self to work, demonstrating empathy and respect.
• Welcoming attitude to make every customer feel at home.
• Interest in diverse cultures and food.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen staff and ensure cleanliness.
• Assist with food preparation and deliveries.
• Maintain kitchen safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Passion for people

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Role: Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant / Assistant Chef

Pay: Up to £13.71 per hour, including benefits.

Hourly Rate Breakdown: Up to £12.21 per hour, plus £1.50 per hour tronc average.

At ASK Italian, our people are the heart of our restaurants. ASK Factor is our philosophy, showcasing our inclusive and full-hearted personality. We're a diverse group united by our passion for delivering excellent food and service.

We support everyone's journey and value each person's background and experience to build our incredible ASK Italian teams!

We live by the ASK Factor's core values:

• Heartfelt: We love what we do and believe in what we say.
• Respectful: We care about how we make people feel and our impact on the world around us.
• Generous: We go the extra mile to make a difference.
• Spirited: We're determined and always moving forward to be the best we can be.

As a Kitchen Porter at ASK Italian, you'll receive:

• Comprehensive training and career development through our award-winning Journey programme.
• 50% discount at ASK Italian and Zizzi restaurants, including drinks.
• Free meals on shift, with access to a discounted menu.
• Inclusive dress code, including shoes.
• 28 days paid holiday, pro-rata.
• Pension contributions.
• Christmas Day off — our restaurants are closed so you can celebrate.
• Access to our Employee Hub to manage schedules, request holidays, and access benefits like early wage access, well-being support, and discounts on lifestyle brands.
• One paid community volunteering day per year at your local food bank.
• A welcoming team environment that values collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect.

What we ask of you:

• Passion for people, diverse cultures, food, and Italy.
• A welcoming attitude to make every customer feel at home.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Bring your authentic self to work, demonstrating empathy, respect, and dedication to excellent service.

Join Us: At ASK Italian, we embrace diversity and inclusivity. We invite individuals from all backgrounds to join our vibrant team and contribute to our shared success. If you're ready to thrive in a supportive workplace, we'd love to hear from you!