Kitchen Porter

Harrison Holidays; Arrochar; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison Holidays in Arrochar, Scotland, is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support guest dining and hygiene across the park's food and beverage operations. You will help maintain cleanliness, support kitchen and front‑of‑house teams, and contribute to a smooth daily service.

This role suits someone with an interest in hospitality and kitchen operations, offering hands‑on experience in cleaning, stock handling, and health and safety practices within a busy park environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, hospitality, leisure, or kitchen environments is preferred but not essential.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills are desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities are important.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work helps in busy service periods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high hygiene standards in kitchen and dishwashing areas.
• Support the chef and front‑of‑house teams to deliver great customer service.
• Assist in stock rotation, cleaning logs and temperature sheets.
• Support kitchen maintenance workflows and report equipment faults promptly.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

The Kitchen Porter will support the delivery and continuous improvement of the overall guest dining and cleanliness experience across the holiday park's food and beverage operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with an interest in hospitality, kitchen operations, or catering who is looking to be part of a dynamic team. The role combines essential back-of-house hygiene delivery with operational support, working closely with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure a high standard of cleanliness, safety, and smooth day-to-day food service operations.

Duties will Include:

• Support the delivery of engaging and high-quality guest experiences across the park's food and beverage outlets
• Work collaboratively with departments to ensure a seamless customer journey
• Contribute ideas to enhance guest satisfaction and kitchen efficiency
• Stay aware of guest feedback and industry trends to support continuous improvement
• Actively maintain immaculate hygiene standards in the kitchen and dishwashing areas
• Support the chef and front-of-house teams to consistently deliver excellent customer service
• Respond to kitchen-related requirements and tasks in a timely, professional, and efficient manner
• Build positive relationships with team members across the food and beverage department
• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support across the back-of-house area
• Support the wider team in maintaining accurate records, including stock rotation, cleaning logs, and temperature sheets
• Assist in managing kitchen maintenance workflows, ensuring clear communication regarding equipment faults or needs
• Monitor and support the completion of health & safety checks, reporting and escalating kitchen issues where required
• Support the processing and tracking of food and chemical deliveries in line with company systems
• Assist with the collection, storage, and monitoring of incoming kitchen supplies
• Ensure systems, cleaning schedules, and documentation are kept up to date and accurateWork closely with team members for daily kitchen operations and food service priorities
• Provide support across departments including the main kitchen, prep areas, and front-of-house when needed
• Act as a coordination point to help ensure the smooth running of park kitchen operations
• Collaborate with the management team to support promotion of seasonal food events and activities
• Assist in ensuring kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils are ready to a high standard for service

Skills Required:

• Previous experience in customer service, hospitality, leisure, or a kitchen environment is preferred but not essential
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• A proactive and flexible approach to work
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively under pressure during busy service periods
• A positive attitude with a passion for delivering great guest experiences through behind-the-scenes excellence

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Looking to progress their career into hospitality, professional cookery, or kitchen management
• Comfortable balancing physical, fast-paced work with strict hygiene and organizational responsibilities
• A team player who enjoys supporting others and contributing to a positive working environment
• Willing to learn, develop, and take on new challenges within a professional kitchen team

Health and Safety:

• Promote and maintain a safe working culture across the park at all times
• Ensure compliance with all company health and safety policies and procedures, including COSHH and Food Safety regulations
• Demonstrate and enforce safe working practices
• Ensure appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) where required
• Report and manage all accidents, incidents, hazards, and near misses promptly
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well‑organised working environment

Our Values:

As an employer, we are committed to providing a supportive, fair and well‑structured working environment. Our approach is shaped by our core values of Family, Sustainability, Integrity and Quality, and we reflect these in the way we support both the people we employ and the families we work with.

Family

We aim to create a respectful and welcoming atmosphere where our team members feel valued and included. We believe in loyalty, continuity and working together to ensure the best possible experience for the children and families we support.

Sustainability

We are mindful of our impact on the community and the environment. We work responsibly and encourage efficient use of resources, with a focus on creating long‑term, positive outcomes for families and our wider surroundings.

Integrity

We are committed to transparency and honesty in all aspects of employment. We build trust through clear communication, doing what we say we will do, and maintaining professional, reliable working relationships.

Quality

We strive for high standards in the support we provide. We focus on doing the basics well, consistently, and are committed to providing the best possible experience for the child, the family and our staff. We invest in good training, safe practices and a positive culture where everyone can do their best work.