Kitchen Porter

Pembroke College; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in England is seeking a full-time Kitchen Porter to join their vibrant kitchen team. You will maintain cleanliness, assist in food preparation, and work in flexible shifts. The position includes favorable benefits and a supportive work environment, ideal for candidates looking to contribute to a dedicated team.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Complimentary meals on duty

Travel pass and cycle scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Willingness to assist with food preparation tasks.
• Flexibility to work in shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Wash all equipment used during meals.
• Empty the food lift of dirty equipment.
• Clean wash-up area sinks and tables.
• Sweep and mop all floor areas.
• Ensure all waste bins are emptied and bags replaced.
• Perform cleaning duties as directed by the Duty Chef.
• Assist with salad bar and vegetable preparation tasks as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic food preparation

Job description

Overview

Pembroke College, Oxford, is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join our vibrant kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity to be in a vital support role to a professional and friendly brigade that delivers a wide range of culinary services, from informal student meals to prestigious formal banquets.

The successful candidate will work alongside the other members of the kitchen team and be responsible for maintaining the College's standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the kitchen, which includes the wash-up area and kitchen. They will also assist with salad bar and vegetable preparation tasks as required in the mornings, with full training given in this area as appropriate.

The role is full-time, 40 hours per week worked in straight shifts, 5 out of 7 days. Weekend work and overtime work required.

Responsibilities

• The washing-up of all equipment which has been used.
• Emptying the food lift of dirty equipment
• Clean wash-up area sinks and tables
• Sweep and mop all floor areas
• Ensure that all waste bins are emptied and bags replaced
• Any other cleaning duties as directed by the Duty Chef
• When leaving, ensure that the lights are switched off, that doors are locked as required
• Assist with salad bar and vegetable preparation tasks as required
• Follow the correct procedures for the disposal of food waste, and recycling.

Why Join Us?

Positive Work Environment: Join a supportive, inclusive kitchen where teamwork, well-being, and safety are top priorities. We promote work-life balance with a schedule of 5 days out of 7, typically with early (7am to 3:30pm) or late (12:30pm to 9pm/1.30pm to 10pm) shifts.

Generous Benefits Package: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including University pension membership, a generous holiday allowance, complimentary meals on duty, a travel pass and cycle scheme, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme to support staff well-being