Kitchen Porter

Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston; Broughton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support our culinary team by keeping kitchens clean, sanitised and well organised, while upholding health, safety and food hygiene standards.

You will assist with dishwashing, waste management, stock rotation and canteen upkeep, across a flexible rota to cover shifts throughout the week.

This role contributes to guest experience and sustainability goals, with training on COSHH procedures and hotel safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen or hospitality environment.
• Understanding of health, safety and food hygiene standards.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and organised kitchen, wash-up and food preparation areas throughout the shift.
• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and effectively, ensuring items are cleaned, sanitised, dried and stored.
• Follow daily and weekly cleaning schedules to Safety & Hygiene standards, including deep-clean tasks.
• Report defects or maintenance needs to minimise damage and downtime.
• Clean and respond to breakages, spillages and hazards to maintain a safe environment.
• Manage waste with separation of recycling and food waste per sustainability practices.
• Assist with stock rotation and deliveries, adhering to food safety rules.
• Clean cutlery trays, waste bins, dishwashing filters and sinks after each shift.
• Fully clean the dishwasher at end of shifts, including drains and filters.
• Follow COSHH procedures and emergency protocols as required.
• Maintain staff canteen area: clear equipment, wipe tables and restock for next service.

Skills

Dishwashing

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Job description

Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston

Reporting into: Senior Sous Chef, Executive Head Chef

This job description sets out the current duties of the job role that may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the job role or the level of responsibility entailed.

Job Purpose

The Kitchen Porter plays a key role in supporting smooth kitchen operations by ensuring all kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas are consistently cleaned, sanitised, and maintained to the highest standards. This position contributes directly to the guest experience by supporting our culinary team and upholding all Health, Safety & Food Hygiene requirements. The role also supports our sustainability and waste-reduction initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and organised kitchen, wash-up, and food preparation areas throughout the shift, promptly clearing dirty crockery, utensils, and equipment.
• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and effectively, ensuring all items are thoroughly cleaned, sanitised, dried, and stored correctly.
• Follow and complete daily and weekly cleaning schedules to the company’s Safety & Hygiene standards, including deep-clean tasks.
• Handle all kitchen equipment with care, reporting defects or maintenance needs to supervisors to minimise damage and downtime.
• Immediately clean and respond to any breakages, spillages, and hazards to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure waste is managed responsibly, separating recycling and food waste in line with hotel sustainability practices.
• Support stock rotation and storage of deliveries when required, ensuring compliance with food safety rules.
• Clean cutlery trays, waste bins, dishwashing filters, and sinks at the end of every session to prevent cross-contamination.
• Fully clean down the dishwasher at the end of shifts, including draining, filters, and surrounding floor areas.
• Follow all company safety standards, including PPE usage, chemical handling, COSHH procedures, and emergency protocols.
• Take responsibility for the staff canteen area, including:
• Clearing food and service equipment after designated meal periods
• Wiping down tables, service counters, and surfaces
• Tidying, restocking, and resetting the space for the next service
• Ensuring canteen cleanliness meets Health & Safety and Hygiene Standards

Working Pattern

• Work flexibly on a scheduled shift rota across Monday – Sunday, including public holidays.
• Be adaptable to cover staffing shortfalls and business priorities to ensure operational continuity
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management