Kitchen Porter

LGH Hotel Management Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A hotel management company in Glasgow is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Porter to keep the kitchen spotless and assist in food preparation. Ideal candidates have previous experience, knowledge of hygiene standards, and a positive attitude. This role offers personal and professional development opportunities in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Employee discounts on hotel rates

Shopping discounts

Eye care

Free legal & money advice

Counseling sessions

Hospital & death benefit plans

Cycle to work scheme

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• The ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment.
• Keep all kitchen areas clean and tidy, sweeping and mopping floors.
• Assist with basic food preparation.
• Receive and store deliveries of food and supplies.
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Help set up and close down the kitchen.
• Report any maintenance or safety issues.

Skills

Experience as a Kitchen Porter

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene

Ability to work under pressure

Positive attitude

Good communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Flexibility to work varied shifts

Job description

Kitchen Porter

Glasgow Argyle Hotel, Signature Collection by Best Western

The Opportunity

Are you a reliable and hardworking individual with a passion for keeping things spotless? We're looking for a dedicated Kitchen Porter to join our dynamic team and ensure our kitchen runs like a well‑oiled machine.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Sparkling Clean: Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment, ensuring everything is spotless.
• Tidy Spaces: Keep all kitchen areas clean and tidy, sweeping and mopping floors, and managing trash and recycling.
• Prep Pro: Assist with basic food preparation, like peeling and chopping vegetables, to help our chefs create culinary masterpieces.
• Stock Savvy: Receive and store deliveries of food and supplies, keeping everything organized.
• Safety First: Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards at all times, ensuring a safe and compliant kitchen.
• Team Player: Help set up and close down the kitchen, clean cooking equipment and work surfaces, and work collaboratively with the kitchen team.
• Maintenance Monitor: Report any maintenance or health and safety issues to the relevant person, ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Be a Key Player: Your hard work and dedication will be essential to the smooth operation of our kitchen.
• Join a Great Team: Work alongside a supportive and passionate kitchen crew.
• Grow Your Skills: Opportunities for personal and professional development in a dynamic environment.
• Make an Impact: Your efforts will help create a clean and efficient kitchen, contributing to unforgettable guest experiences.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our Best Western hotel portfolio.
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• The ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings.

If you are reliable, hardworking, and have experience working as a Kitchen Porter, we would love to hear from you.

Hotel

The Glasgow Hotel, part of the Signature Collection by Best Western, seamlessly blends old and new architecture, making it a standout on the Glasgow skyline near the River Clyde, right in the heart of vibrant Glasgow.

Just seconds from junction 19 of the M8, 300 meters from Anderston railway station, and less than a mile from both Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street train stations, the hotel is ideally located.

The hotel features 141 bedrooms, including 16 family rooms and 12 self‑catering studio apartments. It also offers six meeting rooms with a capacity for up to 160 delegates, an indoor 15‑meter swimming pool, a gym, and beauty treatment rooms.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.