Kitchen Porter

Holroyd Howe; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 36,534,000 - 37,884,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Career development

HIT Apprenticeships

Reward & recognition schemes

Team events

Pension scheme

28 Holiday days

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support the kitchen team at a school site. You will wash up, maintain a clean and safe kitchen and dining rooms, and help with general prep as needed.

This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail and good teamwork. A positive attitude and ability to follow instructions are essential; there is a strong focus on hygiene and student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• No formal education is required, but a high school diploma or equivalent may be preferred
• 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

Responsibilities

• Supporting the kitchen team
• Washing Up
• Keeping and maintaining a clean & safe kitchen and dining rooms
• And more!

Skills

Stamina

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

5 days out of 7

• As this is a remote location, access to your own transport is essential. *

5 days out of 7

40 hours per week. Bank holidays & every 3rd weekend off during school closure and holidays.

£12.75

• As this is a remote location, access to your own transport is essential. *

Are you a detail-oriented individual who takes pride in maintaining a clean and organised environment? Happy to operate a large commercial plate/pot wash? Do you want to play a crucial role in ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of our school's pantry, kitchen and dining facilities? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become a part of team as a kitchen porter!

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.

If you are looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop your career further, then look no further and apply!

Job Description

• Supporting the kitchen team
• Washing Up
• Keeping and maintaining a clean & safe kitchen and dining rooms
• And more!

Qualifications

• No formal education is required, but a high school diploma or equivalent may be preferred
• 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

There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include:

• Free meals whilst at work
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
• Reward & recognition schemes
• People awards to celebrate our employees
• Work/life balance
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Prestigious working environments
• Team events scheduled throughout the year
• 28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Competitive salary

We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment.

All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity.

It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles.

An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants.

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information.

This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.

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

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