Kitchen Porter

Upstairs At The Grill; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent work/life balance

Career development and training

Staff discounts across group

Free meals on shift

Enhanced family benefits

Job summary

Upstairs at the Grill in Chester is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter to join its established kitchen brigade. This role offers a chance to develop in a professional kitchen known for premium steaks and a refined dining experience.

A supportive team, good work/life balance and clear opportunities for career development are highlighted as part of the offering, with staff meals on shift and discounts across group restaurants.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar kitchen environment is preferred but not essential.
• Strong work ethic with excellent attention to cleanliness and organisation.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy service environment.
• Reliable, hardworking and keen to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment
• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware and kitchen equipment efficiently
• Support the chefs to keep the kitchen running smoothly throughout service
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, safety and cleanliness standards
• Thrive in a busy, fast-paced kitchen environment
• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure high operational standards

Skills

Team spirit

Attention to cleanliness

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Job description

Upstairs at the Grill, a leading fine dining steakhouse in Chester, is looking for a hardworking Kitchen Porter to join its established kitchen brigade. Inspired by classic Manhattan steakhouses, we are known for premium steaks, fresh food, high-quality produce and a refined dining experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a reliable Kitchen Porter looking to develop their career in a professional kitchen with strong work/life balance and a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment
• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware and kitchen equipment efficiently
• Support the chefs to keep the kitchen running smoothly throughout service
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, safety and cleanliness standards
• Thrive in a busy, fast-paced kitchen environment
• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure high operational standards

About You

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar kitchen environment is preferred but not essential
• Strong work ethic with excellent attention to cleanliness and organisation
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy service environment
• Reliable, hardworking and keen to learn new skills

What We Offer

• Up to £12.71 per hour plus up to £3 per hour Tip Jar
• Excellent work/life balance
• Stable, experienced kitchen brigade
• Career development and training opportunities
• Staff discounts across group restaurants
• Free meals on shift and enhanced family benefits