Kitchen Porter

Crowne Plaza Newcastle; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel discounts across the portfolio

Paywise+

Free staff parking

Access to hotel gym facilities

Job summary

Crossco (1467) Limited is looking for a hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our busy hotel kitchen team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This fast-paced role supports the kitchen, upholds high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety, and assists the team during service.

You will help maintain a tidy kitchen, handle deliveries, wash and sanitise equipment, and contribute to food quality and presentation. Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not essential; reliability and the ability to

Qualifications

• Reliable and hardworking with a team mindset.
• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen at all times.
• Follow health & safety and food safety procedures.
• Support the kitchen during busy service to ensure smooth operation.
• Wash, clean and sanitise equipment, utensils, surfaces.
• Carry out regular deep cleaning of the kitchen and areas.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is cleaned and maintained to standard.
• Receive and store deliveries and manage stock.
• Assist with preparation and other duties as required.
• Work with chefs to maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Ensure waste is managed and disposed of safely.
• Carry out other duties to support kitchen operations.

Skills

Reliable

Team player

Attention to detail

Works well under pressure

Job description

We are looking for a hardworking and reliable Kitchen Porter to join our busy hotel kitchen team. This is a fast-paced role where you will play an important part in supporting the kitchen team and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean, tidy and hygienic kitchen environment at all times.
• Follow all health & safety and food safety procedures in line with company and legal requirements.
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen.
• Wash, clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, utensils, work areas and surfaces.
• Carry out regular and scheduled deep cleaning of the kitchen and associated areas.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is cleaned and maintained to the required standard.
• Receive and safely store food and other deliveries, ensuring stock is put away correctly.
• Assist the kitchen team with preparation and other duties as required.
• Work closely with chefs and the wider kitchen team to help maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Ensure waste is managed and disposed of safely and correctly.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the smooth operation of the kitchen.

About You:
You will be a reliable, hardworking team player who takes pride in maintaining high standards. Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential. The ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain attention to detail in a busy environment is essential.

What’s In It for You?

• Exceptional training and career development opportunities
• Hotel discounts across the portfolio – staff rates plus up to 50% off food, beverage, and spa
• Paywise+ – access up to 40% of your earned pay and automatic savings options
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP via Mintago
• Salary Sacrifice options and retail discounts via Mintago
• Free staff parking
• Access to hotel gym facilities