Kitchen Porter

The Wateredge Inn; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday paid holiday

Lead-Inn development program

Paid breaks

50% off food

£1 stay at inns (Jan-Mar)

1/3 off room bookings

£50 off same day bookings

15% off bed and breakfast for loved-1s

Employee Assistance Programme

Tronc tips

Give-inn back scheme

Best Pub Employer award

Job summary

The Wateredge Inn in Ambleside, nestled beside Lake Windermere, is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support the kitchen team with high standards of hygiene, a fast-paced environment, and a friendly, professional approach. You’ll manage the wash-up area, help with basic food preparation, and keep equipment clean while collaborating with colleagues and serving guests.

Flexibility and personal presentation are important, and you\'ll enjoy a warm, welcoming team culture.

Qualifications

• Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene.
• Positive attitude and teamwork skills; willingness to learn.
• Manage the wash-up area and assist with basic food preparation.
• Ensure kitchen equipment cleanliness.
• Flexibility and personal presentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the wash-up area.
• Ensure kitchen equipment cleanliness.
• Assist with basic food preparation.
• Keep the kitchen running smoothly by following the cleaning schedule.
• Work closely with team members and customers; demonstrate confidence and courtesy.
• Be flexible and perform general duties as directed.

Skills

Teamwork

Food hygiene

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Job description

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do.

The Inn Collection Group is a multi-award-winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focused, warmth, , and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

How we say thank you!

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same day bookings
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme
• Tronc (…that’s tips to me and you)
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give-inn back scheme
• Join an award-winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

Set in an idyllic lakeside location, The Wateredge Inn in Ambleside boasts one of the most stunning settings in the Lake District. Its beer garden, right on the shores of Lake Windermere, offers breath-taking views of the water and surrounding landscape, providing the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

As Kitchen Porter, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the kitchen team by maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene. Your positive attitude, teamwork skills, and willingness to learn will be essential as you manage the wash-up area, ensure kitchen equipment cleanliness, and assist with basic food preparation.

You’ll work closely with team members and customers, demonstrating confidence and courtesy in all interactions. This role requires flexibility and a commitment to personal presentation. You’ll be responsible for keeping the kitchen running smoothly by following the cleaning schedule and taking on other general duties as directed.

If you’re hardworking, eager to learn, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we think you’ll fit right inn...

*Age-related pay rates apply for Under 21s.*