Kitchen Porter

Trading Post Coffee Roasters; Brighton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals

Free coffee on duty

50% employee discount on food and cafe

Retail discount on in-house blends

Discount at Beachfront Leisure venues

Mental health support

Financial advice

Employee progression plans

Company pension

Job summary

Trading Post Coffee Roasters is seeking a proactive Kitchen Porter to support a fast-paced kitchen and help the team deliver excellent service.

You will keep the kitchen clean, ensure equipment is ready for service, and assist with tasks from the Duty Chef or Duty Manager while maintaining a positive, can-do attitude.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks
• An effective communicator who can listen to instructions
• A dedicated team-player who thrives in a busy kitchen environment

Responsibilities

• Support the Back of House team in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen
• Ensure the kitchen is always clean and well equipped for service
• Action any tasks requested by the Duty Chef or Duty Manager
• Be the face of positivity and motivation, bringing your best and most positive self at all times
• Undertake regular training and always be striving for self-improvement
• Work to support a busy team and take an active part in contributing to team-driven results
• Display a smart and professional appearance, always striving to represent Trading Post Coffee Roasters in a positive way

Skills

Organisational skills

Team-player

Communication

Initiative

Job description

At Trading Post Coffee Roasters, coffee is at the heart of everything we do.

As an independent, specialty coffee company, we're passionate about sourcing, roasting and serving exceptional coffee whilst creating memorable experiences for every guest. We believe great coffee starts with great people, which is why we invest in developing our teams through training, coaching and genuine opportunities to grow.

Why join us?

• Discounted meals and free coffee on duty
• Company-wide employee discount of 50% on food and coffee
• Retail discount on our in-house coffee blends and single origins
• Employee discount at all Beachfront Leisure venues
• Free access to mental health advice
• Free access to financial advice
• Employee progression plans
• Company pension scheme

We are looking for a positive, enthusiastic Kitchen Porter who thrives under pressure and is looking to take the next step in their kitchen career.

As a Kitchen Porter you will be responsible for supporting the kitchen team in ensuring they have everything they need to operate the kitchen during a busy service. Our Kitchen Porters demonstrate a 'we're all in this together' attitude, strong organisational skills, the ability to work under pressure, and enjoying working in a very busy work environment.

What You Can Expect Your Responsibilities to Be

• Support the Back of House team in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen
• Ensure the kitchen is always clean and well equipped for service
• Action any tasks requested by the Duty Chef or Duty Manager
• Be the face of positivity and motivation, bringing your best and most positive self at all times
• Undertake regular training and always be striving for self-improvement
• Work to support a busy team and take an active part in contributing to team-driven results
• Display a smart and professional appearance, always striving to represent Trading Post Coffee Roasters in a positive way

The Skills We are Looking For

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to quickly prioritise tasks
• Ability to use initiative to problem solve and work well under pressure
• Dedicated team-player with an 'all in this together' attitude that enjoys working in a busy environment
• An effective communicator and listener to instructions

Only those eligible to work in the UK or have a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered for this position.

Trading Post Coffee Roasters is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates and employees.