Kitchen Porter

Holroyd Howe; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in contract catering seeks a dedicated team member to assist in food preparation and maintain high hygiene standards. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic kitchen environment, supporting chefs and ensuring quality service in a vibrant educational setting. The ideal candidate will embrace teamwork, demonstrate a strong commitment to hygiene, and possess a willingness to learn. Join a passionate team that values sustainability and culinary excellence, creating engaging dining experiences for students. If you are enthusiastic about food and teamwork, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team and support colleagues.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs in food preparation and cooking as needed.
• Ensure all food is handled according to safety standards.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Hygiene Practices

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Full Time: 40 hours per week; 41 weeks per year; Term Time plus Summer School , 205 days per year

Monday - Friday 6am - 2.30pm

Salary: £12.21 per hour

Location: Bishops Stortford

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• To assist Chef’s in the preparation and cooking of food if required
• To clean all equipment, crockery & cutlery as required.
• Take delivery of stock including food/provision, checking and accounting for such items.
• To support cleaning, periodic cleaning and deep cleaning as required.
• To ensure all food is handled in accordance with the standards specified in the Food Safety & Quality Management System
• To ensure all waste is removed promptly and placed in the correct waste containers in accordance with site waste management plan.
• To carry out tasks in the most efficient manner.
• To participate as a HACCP Team member if required
• To ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the relevant H&S legislation and Codes of Practice.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training that may include off-site.
• To ensure all raw materials and packaging materials are stored in the correct areas of the site.
• Where relevant, carry out activities required by the accredited FSQMS i.e. cleaning schedule
• To receive deliveries and check supplier invoices in accordance with the company systems/procedures.
• Carry out projects or other tasks as requested by the Unit Manager/Chef Manager.
• Embrace and actively participate in the Zero Harm culture.

Our Ideal candidate will have the following characteristics in line with our values

Togetherness

· Ability to work as part of a team

· A flexible approach to working hours

· Be supportive of colleagues

Nurture

· Keen to learn on the job

Pride

· Be honest and trustworthy

· Able to work independently

Planet

· Hygienic approach and manner

· Committed to zero harm and sustainable practices

Qualifications

• No formal education is required
• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices is a plus
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.

We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.

From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences.”

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.