Kitchen Porter

Harry's Bar; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular Italian restaurant in Westminster is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join their kitchen team. This role does not require prior experience but prefers candidates with a background in kitchen work. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, assisting with food preparation and ensuring efficient kitchen operations. The position offers a competitive hourly wage, a guaranteed minimum of 20 hours per week, and various employee benefits, including a management career development program and staff discounts.

Benefits

Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc)

Management Career Development Program

Extra holiday allowance for length of service

50% staff discount

Birthday day off guarantee

Access to retail discounts

Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract

Qualifications

• No previous experience required, although kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Good level of Health & Safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchenware.
• Assist in receiving deliveries and storing supplies.

Skills

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Job description

Harry's: Harry’s is where rustic charm meets culinary excellence amidst rich, dark wood accents and traditional Italian Hospitality. Our restaurants are a haven of Italian Flavors, with a special emphasis on pasta and pizza’s crafted with care and attention to detail.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking individual to join our kitchen team as a Kitchen Porter. The Kitchen Porter will play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen, assisting with basic food preparation tasks, and supporting the overall efficiency of kitchen operations.

Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc)
• A Management Career Development Program which includes online and practical assessments
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years
• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants
• Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants
• You can take your Birthday as a day off - Guaranteed!
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more
• Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchenware
• Assist in receiving deliveries and storing supplies in designated areas
• Empty rubbish bins and dispose of waste in designated waste areas
• Support kitchen staff by performing basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling vegetables or portioning ingredients
• Ensure chemicals and cleaning equipment are continuously stocked, i.e. blue roll & sanitizer

Requirements

• No previous experience is required, although experience in a kitchen environment is preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects and stand for extended periods
• Good level of Health & Safety knowledge
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Other Information

Join our kitchen team and play a vital role as Kitchen Porter!

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.

Experience: Not required

Employment: Full-time

Salary: £12.76 – £13 hourly

Starting time: Immediate start!

About Harry's Bar:
Harry’s Bar will reflect those of its sister restaurant Harry’s Dolce Vita in Knightsbridge, offering traditional and unfussy Italian dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as a signature weekend brunch.