Kitchen Porter

The Waterhead Inn; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

50% off food

Job summary

The Waterhead Inn in Ambleside is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support the kitchen team by maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and cleanliness. You will work closely with colleagues, bring a positive attitude, and demonstrate teamwork and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Your duties include keeping the wash-up area running smoothly, ensuring kitchen equipment is clean, and assisting with basic food preparation.

Qualifications

• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene.
• Work with a positive attitude and strong teamwork.
• Assist with basic food preparation and keep the wash-up area clean.

Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen team by maintaining the wash-up area.
• Ensure kitchen equipment cleanliness and proper hygiene.
• Follow the cleaning schedule and assist with general duties as directed.
• Demonstrate flexibility and personal presentation in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Basic food preparation

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: warmth, customer-obsessed, accountable, delivering results, and Inn It Together. All with the goal of making people happy through heartfelt hospitality.

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.

With Waterhead Pier directly opposite and just a short stroll from the vibrant centre of Ambleside, The Waterhead Inn offers the perfect starting point for exploring the magnificent Lake District. Its prime location makes it an ideal base for outdoor adventures, scenic walks, and discovering the area’s natural beauty, while also providing easy access to the local shops, restaurants, and attractions.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

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

You’ll work closely withteam members and customers, demonstrating confidence and courtesy in allinteractions. This role requires flexibility and a commitment to personal presentation. You’ll be responsible for keeping the kitchen running smoothly byfollowing 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.*