Kitchen Porter

Interaction Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking a Kitchen Porter for a part-time role in Cambridge. Join a fast-paced kitchen team where you’ll ensure cleanliness and assist with basic food prep. Ideal for someone reliable and proactive looking for steady daytime hours. Previous kitchen experience is a plus. Enjoy working in a friendly environment while keeping everything in order and hygienic.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or catering experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Must be able to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitise dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment throughout service.
• Clean and sanitise meal preparation areas including walls, stoves, sinks, ovens, and grills.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors, dealing with spills promptly.
• Clear plate trolleys during service as required.
• Monitor and maintain cutlery levels throughout service.
• Receive, unpack, and store food and equipment deliveries.
• Organise and maintain cleanliness of fridges, freezers, and storerooms.
• Empty, clean, and re-line garbage bins regularly.
• Support chefs with basic food preparation tasks.

Skills

Reliability

Proactivity

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Part-Time | 20 hours per week

Monday to Friday, 10:30am – 14:30pm

£13.24 per hour

We’re proud to be working with an innovative and forward-thinking business based on the Cambridge Science Park, who are seeking a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join their busy canteen team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for steady daytime hours in a friendly, fast-paced environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Wash and sanitise dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment throughout service.
• Clean and sanitise meal preparation areas including walls, stoves, sinks, ovens, and grills.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors, dealing with spills promptly to maintain safety.
• Clear plate trolleys during service as required.
• Monitor and maintain cutlery levels throughout service.
• Receive, unpack, and store food and equipment deliveries in designated areas.
• Organise and maintain cleanliness of fridges, freezers, and storerooms to ensure food safety.
• Empty, clean, and re-line garbage bins and disposals regularly.
• Clean and sanitise the dishwasher daily.
• Descale the dishwasher weekly and change grease packs when required.
• Support chefs with basic food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients.

What We’re Looking For:

• Someone reliable, proactive, and able to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• A strong team player with good attention to detail.
• Previous kitchen or catering experience is beneficial but not essential.

If you are the candidate we are looking for, please apply now or get in contact with the Peterborough Branch on 01733 558877 if you’ve got any further questions.