Kitchen Porter

Leonardo Hotel Management (UK) Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special room rates across UK & Europe

Staff recognition scheme

Talent referral scheme

Wellbeing calendar

Training and progression paths

Job summary

Leonardo Hotels in Birmingham is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support the Head Chef and help keep the kitchen running smoothly in a busy hospitality environment.

You will thrive under pressure, enjoy working as part of a vibrant team, and have access to ongoing training and development opportunities as part of Leonardo's commitment to progression. This entry-level role welcomes individuals who are passionate about food service and eager to build a long-term career with us.

Qualifications

• Passion for working in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a busy setting.
• Willingness to learn and grow within Leonardo Hotels.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen duties.
• Assist with food preparation and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.
• Help keep the kitchen running smoothly during busy periods.
• Contribute to a positive team atmosphere and guest experience.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Adaptable

Job description

Be Yourself - Be a Bold Team Player - Be Leonardo Once you're part of the team, you're part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland! As a Kitchen Porter you'll be right in the heart of the hotel, so we want you to take pride in everything you'll be doing to support the Head Chef and keep things running like clockwork. Take a deep breath because you'll be stepping into a busy role! You'll love the kitchen environment and thrive under pressure, whilst working as part of a vibrant team to exceed our guests' expectations.

If you're our ideal Kitchen Porter, you will:

• Be passionate about your working area and responsibilities
• Have an eagle eye with keen attention to detail
• Be comfortable adapting to changing priorities in the kitchen
• See a future with food and Leonardo Hotels, and aspire to grow with us - we have amazing Learning and Development programs so the sky is the limit!

Some of the perks our Kitchen Porter could enjoy include:

• Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe
• Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops
• Talent referral scheme
• Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!
• Wellbeing Calendar
• Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression

We're committed to creating a workplace where every individual regardless of background, identity, or lived experience is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.

Why come join us as a Kitchen Porter?

We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, "Come Join Us Guest Care" training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you'll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality! At Leonardo Hotels, our vision is very simple: to be the first choice for everyone who values genuine hospitality!

We are a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We partner with social enterprises to change attitudes towards disability, and provide opportunities ensuring everyone is able to fulfil their potential at work.