Kitchen Porter

Thwaites; Keswick; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wages on demand

28–33 days leave

Health cash plan

Discounts on food

Employee assistance

Maternity/paternity pay

Apprenticeships

Pension & life cover

Bespoke training

Job summary

Thwaites in Keswick is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join a busy kitchen team. You will help maintain cleanliness and organisation, support chefs with tasks, and participate in scheduled deep cleaning of kitchens and equipment.

There may be basic food preparation, and you will handle safe food storage in line with company standards. The role offers progression opportunities and a benefits package including flexible pay options, generous leave, health cash plan, discounts, and pension in return for

Qualifications

• No previous qualifications necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen
• The Kitchen Porter role is a key support role for our chefs so you will need to undertake any tasks asked of you
• Scheduled deep cleaning of kitchen areas and equipment
• May include basic food preparation
• Organising and storing food safely to comply with company standards

Job description

Do you enjoy being part of a team and thrive as a key part of a busy operation?

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to work as part of our skilled kitchen team as Kitchen Porter.

Your day to day;

• Maintaining the standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen
• The Kitchen Porter role is a key support role for our chefs so you will need to undertake any tasks asked of you
• Scheduled deep cleaning of kitchen areas and equipment
• May include basic food preparation
• Organising and storing food safely to comply with company standards

Who are we looking for?

You will be self-motivated and be able to work on your own initiative.

Demonstrating a good work ethic and a commitment to achieving team goals as well as an ability to work under pressure and time constraints

You should have a good working attitude and enjoy the buzz of working in a busy kitchen environment

No previous qualifications necessary

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• Stream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Generous employee discounts on food, beverage and accommodation in our beautiful Hotels and Inn across the country
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Pension and Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all