Kitchen Porter

Rick Stein; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + tips

Free staff meals

Training & development

Progression opportunities

Inclusive team culture

Extra holidays after 5 years

Job summary

Rick Stein Restaurants is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter to join our busy kitchen by the coast in Poole. You’ll help keep the kitchen clean, wash dishes and support chefs with basic prep, while upholding hygiene and safety standards.

With full training provided, you’ll be part of a friendly, professional team that values pride, punctuality and teamwork. Enjoy staff meals, tips, and opportunities for progression in a renowned hospitality group.

Qualifications

• What we’re looking for: a positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic
• Pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a busy environment
• Reliability, punctuality and attention to detail
• Previous kitchen porter experience is helpful but training provided

Responsibilities

• Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and running efficiently
• Washing dishes, cookware and kitchen equipment to a high standard
• Supporting the chefs with basic food prep when needed
• Maintaining hygiene, health & safety and food safety standards at all times
• Helping with deliveries, waste management and stock organisation
• Being a key team player in a fast-paced, professional kitchen

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Team player

Reliability

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Job description

Great food. Genuine hospitality. A place to grow.

At Rick Stein Restaurants, we’re passionate about fresh seafood, simple cooking done brilliantly, and kitchens that run smoothly behind the scenes. Our kitchen porters play a vital role in making that happen, and we’re now looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Porter to join our team.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a busy kitchen, and want to grow within a respected hospitality group, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and running efficiently
• Washing dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment to a high standard
• Supporting the chefs with basic food prep when needed
• Maintaining hygiene, health & safety, and food safety standards at all times
• Helping with deliveries, waste management, and stock organisation
• Being a key team player in a fast-paced, professional kitchen

What we’re looking for

• A positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic
• Pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a busy environment
• Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail
• Previous kitchen porter experience is helpful, but not essential – full training provided

What you’ll get

• Competitive pay plus tips
• Free staff meals and generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms, and Shops
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Clear progression pathways within a respected hospitality group
• A supportive, inclusive team culture
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service – up to 5 additional days after 5 years
• Access to discounts on hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more

Rick Stein Sandbanks was opened by Rick Stein and Jill Stein in November 2015, a beautifully bright restaurant enjoying views across the water on Sandbanks Road. Guests can enjoy a casual lunch with classic dishes such as crab salads and moules marinière, alongside seafood dishes including dover sole meunière, turbot hollandaise and fruits de mer.0-...'