Kitchen Porter

South; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in the UK is seeking kitchen support staff to maintain cleanliness and support kitchen operations. Key responsibilities include dishwashing, food preparation assistance, and maintaining hygiene standards. The ideal candidate is organised, detail-oriented, and can perform tasks independently.

Benefits

Free Meals on Duty

50% Staff Discount

Refer a Friend Bonus

Elevate Training Academy

Volunteering Days

Wagestream

Legal and Financial Advice

Colleague of the Month Awards

Global Opportunities

Best in Class Pension

Qualifications

• Highly organised and capable of handling multiple tasks.
• Self-starter with good judgement and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment using proper cleaning techniques.
• Clean and sanitise food preparation surfaces and storage areas.
• Support the kitchen team by taking deliveries and stocking supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to multitask

Good judgement

Proactivity

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Our story

The Distefano family, spanning
two generations, started San Carlo over 30 years ago and seen it grow to
twenty-five authentic Italian restaurants across the UK – from Covent Garden,
Piccadilly and Knightsbridge in London to Bristol, Leicester, Liverpool Leeds,
Cheshire and Manchester and with a growing number overseas – including Kuwait,
Bangkok and Qatar and with new sites set to open in Miami.

• Free Meals on Duty - Delicious, healthy meals, all free
• 50% Staff Discount - For you and your friends and family, in any of our restaurants around the UK
• Refer a Friend - Bring your friends and earn up to £1,000 per person
• Elevate Training Academy - Commitment to training and continuing professional development with our San Carlo training app
• Volunteering Days - Give back with dedicated volunteering days, making a positive impact in your community
• Squadra App - Offering you discounts and rewards with thousands of companies worldwide
• Wagestream - Access to earned pay at any point of the month
• Legal and Financial Advice - Free legal and financial advice for you and your family
• Colleague of the Month - Monthly recognition awards where all San Carlo colleagues are celebrated
• San Carlo Awards - Our annual San Carlo Awards, dedicated to celebrating the incredible talent and hard work of our colleagues
• Global Opportunities - The chance to work at one of our many international restaurants, from Dubai to Miami
• Best in Class Pension - San Carlo are partnered with an industry-leading pension provider, ensuring your hard work today supports your tomorrow

Key
Responsibilities:

• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment using
  proper cleaning and sanitising techniques.
• Clean and sanitise food preparation surfaces,
  storage areas, and equipment following hygiene standards.
• Cleaning entire kitchen once it is closed to ensure
  it is ready for the next day.
• Empty waste bins and maintain cleanliness in the
  kitchen and food storage areas.
• Support the kitchen team by taking deliveries, ensuring
  ingredients and supplies are properly stocked and readily available.
• Follow instructions from the kitchen staff to
  facilitate efficient workflow.
• Supporting the Chef in basic food preparation like
  cutting ingredients, peeling and washing food items.
• Providing assistance to Prep Cooks and other
  kitchen staff, as needed.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of
  storage areas, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Properly handle and dispose of food waste, adhering
  to waste management guidelines and procedures.
• Comply with recycling and composting practices to
  minimise the environmental impact of kitchen operations.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations,
  including proper use and storage of cleaning chemicals.
• Report any safety hazards, accidents, or equipment
  malfunctions to the supervisor immediately.
• Follow personal hygiene practices, including proper
  handwashing and wearing required protective gear.

Required Qualifications &
Experience:

• Meticulous attention to detail, highly organised
  and capable of handling multiple tasks
• A proactive self-starter who can work independently
  with good judgement and minimal direction