Kitchen Porter

Berkeley Scott; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Ongoing, regular shifts

Flexible shift patterns

Weekly pay

Support from the Berkeley Scott team

Work with established client

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter for an immediate start in Middlesbrough. You will support chefs during service, handle basic prep, and keep equipment clean in a dedicated on-site team.

This temporary role offers regular shifts, flexible patterns, and weekly pay. The successful candidate should be dependable, hardworking and able to follow hygiene guidelines while working as part of a supportive catering crew.

Qualifications

• Reliable candidates with a strong work ethic and good timekeeping.
• Able to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Experience in kitchen or catering settings preferred.
• Good communication and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support chefs during service and busy periods.
• Assist with basic food preparation and general kitchen tasks.
• Operate dishwashers and keep equipment clean.
• Wash up and maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Keep kitchen areas organised and hygienic.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Teamwork

Kitchen experience

Education

Food Safety Certificate

Enhanced DBS certificate

Tools

Dishwasher operation

Job description

Berkeley Scott is recruiting a Kitchen Porter for a temporary role in Middlesbrough, offering competitive pay and an immediate start. Working within a dedicated on-site catering team, the successful candidate supports chefs during service, assists with basic food preparation, operates dishwashers and keeps equipment and surfaces clean. Regular, ongoing shifts are available, with flexible patterns to suit availability and weekly pay provided. Reliability, hard work and a willingness to help are essential, alongside the ability to follow instructions and maintain hygiene standards. This position suits someone seeking steady work in one stable location, working alongside a professional and supportive catering crew. Support from the Berkeley Scott team is offered throughout the assignment.

Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant - Middlesbrough

Berkeley Scott is recruiting Kitchen Porters and Kitchen Assistants to join a dedicated on-site kitchen team in Middlesbrough. This is an excellent opportunity for reliable, hardworking individuals looking for regular, ongoing work in one stable location, working alongside a professional and supportive catering team.

What We Offer

• Immediate start
• Ongoing, regular shifts
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability
• Weekly pay
• Support from the Berkeley Scott team
• The opportunity to work consistently with one established client

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting chefs and kitchen staff during busy service periods
• Assisting with basic food preparation and general kitchen duties
• Operating dishwashers and cleaning kitchen equipment
• Washing up and maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• Keeping kitchen areas clean, organised and hygienic
• Assisting with kitchen close-down procedures
• Following instructions from the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager
• Complying with all food hygiene and health and safety procedures

About You

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Well organised with good communication skills
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Experienced in a kitchen or catering environment
• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter, Kitchen Assistant, Catering Assistant or Chef Assistant is highly desirable

An Enhanced DBS certificate is desirable but not essential.

A Food Safety Certificate is also beneficial, although training may be available for the right candidate.

Pay rate depends on previous experience and/or client.

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