Kitchen Porter

Searcys; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Searcys in London is seeking a dedicated kitchen porter/cleaner to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness across kitchen and service areas and assist with stock control. This zero-hours contract role also supports active involvement in food preparation and service, with attention to waste management and data recording.

You’ll contribute to a storied hospitality legacy, gaining mentoring from experienced colleagues and taking part in prestigious events at iconic venues in the capital.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or cleaning role is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• To ensure all areas of the kitchen and service areas are maintained to the highest standard of cleanliness.
• Ensure the thorough cleaning of crockery, kitchen equipment and spaces on a daily and weekly basis.
• To be flexible to work across all parts of the building.
• To be actively involved with food preparation and service.
• Waste management, recording data as required.
• Maintain all catering storage areas, ensuring they are always organised and clean.
• To assist with stock, including accepting deliveries, counting and storing them correctly.

Skills

Experience in kitchen/cleaning

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Good communication

Job description

Job Description

Salary: (£14.80 + tronc after probation)

Hours: 0 hours contract

Key Responsibilities

• To ensure all areas of the kitchen and service areas are maintained to the highest standard of cleanliness.
• Ensure the thorough cleaning of crockery, kitchen equipment and spaces on a daily and weekly basis.
• To be flexible to work across all parts of the building.
• To be actively involved with food preparation and service.
• Waste management, recording data as required.
• Maintain all catering storage areas, ensuring they are always organised and clean.
• To assist with stock, including accepting deliveries, counting and storing them correctly.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or cleaning role is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.

Additional Information

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London's most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk