Kitchen Porter

LGH Hotel Management Ltd; London Borough of Redbridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel management company is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter to join their team at the London Chigwell Prince Regent Hotel. The role involves maintaining cleanliness, assisting in food preparation, and ensuring adherence to food safety standards. An ideal candidate will have relevant experience, good communication skills, and a positive attitude. This position offers numerous benefits including employee discounts and opportunities for personal development.

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.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment.
• Keep all kitchen areas clean and tidy.
• 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 health and safety issues.

Skills

Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or similar role

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards

Ability to work under pressure

Positive attitude

Good communication skills

Job description

Kitchen Porter

London Chigwell Prince Regent 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

When it comes to convenient locations, the London Chigwell Prince Regent Hotel, part of the Signature Collection By Best Western, is ideal. It’s within walking distance of Woodford train station, meaning you can be in the heart of London within 30 minutes.

Superbly located for the O2, Epping Forest, and the Olympic Park, our splendid listed Georgian manor offers a lot. The property features 62 bedrooms and serves as a chic wedding venue with a civil ceremonies licence. It also has five meeting rooms with a capacity for up to 350 delegates.

The hotel has a strong reputation for organizing large conferences, corporate dinners, parties, and celebrations. We host hundreds of events each year, with key clients returning year after year.

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.