Kitchen Porter

LGH Hotels Management Limited; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Job summary

LGH Hotels Management Limited is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter for the Preston Leyland Hotel, part of the Signature Collection by Best Western. You will help maintain kitchen cleanliness, support chefs with setup and food preparation, and contribute to a calm, efficient dining operation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safe hygiene practices and reliability to ensure guests enjoy a positive dining experience. Join a team that values cooperation and respect.

Qualifications

• Reliable, hardworking and takes pride in doing a job well.
• Enjoys practical hands-on work in a fast-paced environment.
• Understands the importance of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation.
• Likes being part of a team and supporting others to succeed.
• Willing to learn and help where needed.
• Takes responsibility and follows instructions carefully.
• Wants to play an important role in a professional kitchen, even behind the scenes.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment thoroughly and efficiently.
• Keep all kitchen areas clean, tidy and organised throughout the shift.
• Sweep and mop floors and manage waste and recycling responsibly.
• Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling and chopping vegetables.
• Receive, check and store deliveries of food and kitchen supplies correctly.
• Support kitchen set‑up and close‑down procedures.
• Clean cooking equipment and work surfaces to hygiene standards.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety guidelines at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to support smooth service.
• Report any maintenance, hygiene or health & safety concerns promptly.

Job description

Preston Leyland Hotel, Signature Collection By Best Western

The Opportunity

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our kitchen team and play an essential role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly, safely and efficiently.

This role is at the heart of the kitchen operation. By maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation, and supporting the chefs with preparation and set‑up, you will help create a calm, efficient environment where the whole team can perform at their best.
Your work behind the scenes will directly support food quality, hygiene and service flow, helping to ensure guests enjoy a positive dining experience. You will be part of a team that values reliability, cooperation and respect, where every contribution matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment thoroughly and efficiently
• Keep all kitchen areas clean, tidy and organised throughout the shift
• Sweep and mop floors and manage waste and recycling responsibly
• Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling and chopping vegetables
• Receive, check and store deliveries of food and kitchen supplies correctly
• Support kitchen set‑up and close‑down procedures
• Clean cooking equipment and work surfaces to hygiene standards
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety guidelines at all times
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to support smooth service
• Report any maintenance, hygiene or health & safety concerns promptly
• 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
• 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

Who Is This Role For?

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Is reliable, hardworking and takes pride in doing a job well
• Enjoys practical, hands‑on work in a fast‑paced environment
• Understands the importance of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation
• Likes being part of a team and supporting others to succeed
• Is willing to learn and help where needed
• Takes responsibility and follows instructions carefully
• Wants to play an important role in a professional kitchen, even behind the scenes

Hotel

Our Preston Leyland Hotel, which has a total of 93 bedroomsis positioned and only a minute from the M6 motorway J28 and just 30 minutes from Manchester, Liverpool, Blackpool, and the southern edge of the Lake District. Three airports are within close distance to the property, which makes the Preston Hotel an attractive location for delegates traveling across the UK.

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.