Kitchen Porter

LGH Hotels Management Limited; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Employee discounts

Eye care

Cycle to work

Wellbeing support

Job summary

LGH Hotels Management Limited is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter at the Glasgow Argyle Hotel, Signature Collection by Best Western, to keep the kitchen area clean and support the chefs.

You will work as part of a busy team, ensuring hygiene, safety and timely service while benefiting from staff discounts and meals on duty.

Qualifications

• Reliable, hardworking and takes pride in doing a job well.
• Enjoys practical, hands-on work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Understands cleanliness, hygiene and organisation.
• Team player who supports others to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment thoroughly.
• Keep all kitchen areas clean, tidy and organised.
• Sweep and mop floors and manage waste and recycling.
• Assist with basic food preparation tasks.
• Receive, check and store deliveries correctly.
• Support kitchen set-up and close-down procedures.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and health & safety guidelines.
• Work with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Report maintenance, hygiene or safety concerns promptly.
• Take advantage of employee discounts and free meals on duty.

Job description

Glasgow Argyle Hotel, Signature Collection by Best Western

The Opportunity

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our kitchen team and play an essential role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly, safely and efficiently.

This role is at the heart of the kitchen operation. By maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation, and supporting the chefs with preparation and set‑up, you will help create a calm, efficient environment where the whole team can perform at their best.
Your work behind the scenes will directly support food quality, hygiene and service flow, helping to ensure guests enjoy a positive dining experience. You will be part of a team that values reliability, cooperation and respect, where every contribution matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment thoroughly and efficiently
• Keep all kitchen areas clean, tidy and organised throughout the shift
• Sweep and mop floors and manage waste and recycling responsibly
• Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling and chopping vegetables
• Receive, check and store deliveries of food and kitchen supplies correctly
• Support kitchen set‑up and close‑down procedures
• Clean cooking equipment and work surfaces to hygiene standards
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety guidelines at all times
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to support smooth service
• Report any maintenance, hygiene or health & safety concerns promptly
• 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
• 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

Who Is This Role For?

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Is reliable, hardworking and takes pride in doing a job well
• Enjoys practical, hands‑on work in a fast‑paced environment
• Understands the importance of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation
• Likes being part of a team and supporting others to succeed
• Is willing to learn and help where needed
• Takes responsibility and follows instructions carefully
• Wants to play an important role in a professional kitchen, even behind the scenes

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.