Kitchen Porter

PEMBROKE COLLEGE; Oxford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Oxford is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join their kitchen team. The role involves maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, assisting in food preparation, and working in a supportive environment with a work-life balance. Full training will be provided, and the position requires flexibility to work weekends and overtime. Competitive benefits include meals on duty, holiday allowance, and more.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Complimentary meals on duty

University pension membership

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Travel pass and cycle scheme

Qualifications

• Strong attention to cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean all used kitchen equipment.
• Maintain the kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Assist in salad bar and vegetable preparation tasks.

Job description

Overview

Pembroke College, Oxford, is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join our vibrant kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity to be in a vital support role to a professional and friendly brigade that delivers a wide range of culinary services, from informal student meals to prestigious formal banquets. The successful candidate will work alongside the other members of the kitchen team and be responsible for maintaining the College's standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the kitchen, which includes the wash-up area and kitchen. They will also assist with salad bar and vegetable preparation tasks as required in the mornings, with full training given in this area as appropriate. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week worked in straight shifts, 5 out of 7 days. Weekend work and overtime work required.

Responsibilities

• The washing-up of all equipment which has been used.
• Emptying the food lift of dirty equipment.
• Clean wash-up area sinks and tables.
• Sweep and mop all floor areas.
• Ensure that all waste bins are emptied and bags replaced.
• Any other cleaning duties as directed by the Duty Chef.
• When leaving, ensure that the lights are switched off, that doors are locked as required.
• Assist with salad bar and vegetable preparation tasks as required.
• Follow the correct procedures for the disposal of food waste, and recycling.

Work Environment & Schedule

Positive Work Environment: Join a supportive, inclusive kitchen where teamwork, well-being, and safety are top priorities. We promote work-life balance with a schedule of 5 days out of 7, typically with early (7am to 3:30pm) or late (12:30pm to 9pm/1.30pm to 10pm) shifts.

Benefits

• Generous Benefits Package: University pension membership, a generous holiday allowance, complimentary meals on duty, a travel pass and cycle scheme, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme to support staff well-being.