Kitchen Porter

BaxterStorey; Rochester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Apprenticeships opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts on high street shops

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Baxterstorey is seeking a reliable and organised Kitchen Porter to join our team in Rochester, United Kingdom. As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in supporting our kitchen operations, ensuring that our facilities remain clean, hygienic, and well-organised.

This is a permanent position offering the opportunity to work within a dynamic hospitality environment where your contribution directly supports our culinary team's success.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong time keeping and reliability with a commitment to punctuality.
• Excellent people skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to take direction.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, including washing, sanitising, and storing kitchen equipment, utensils, and crockery.
• Prepare and maintain the kitchen environment in accordance with food safety regulations and organisational standards.
• Assist with the receipt, storage, and organisation of food and non-food supplies.
• Support the kitchen team by performing general duties such as peeling vegetables, portioning ingredients, and preparing items for cooking.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including dishwashers and waste disposal systems.
• Manage waste disposal and recycling in compliance with environmental and health and safety guidelines.
• Respond promptly to requests from kitchen and catering staff, demonstrating flexibility and a supportive attitude.
• Report any maintenance issues, equipment faults, or hygiene concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Organisational skills

Time keeping

People skills

Communication

Team player

Flexibility

Education

Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

• Bespoke training and development opportunities


• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels


• Pension and life insurance


• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema


• Access to employee assistance programme


• Cycle to work scheme

Company Description

Title: Kitchen Porter

Location: BAE - Rochester

Salary: £13.45ph

Benefits

• Bespoke training and development opportunities


• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels


• Pension and life insurance


• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema


• Access to employee assistance programme


• Cycle to work scheme

Do you have a passion for maintaining a well organised, clean kitchen that runs like a well-oiled machine? Do you have stamina, good attention to detail and communication skills? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey, we believe that creating a lasting impression for our customers is not possible without the support of the entire team, that's why we're looking for a Kitchen Porter who strives to exceed expectations at every turn. As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments.

We believe that it is our people that set us apart, that's why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are a Kitchen Porter who is enthusiastic and thrives in a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description

Baxterstorey is seeking a reliable and organised Kitchen Porter to join our team in Rochester, United Kingdom. As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in supporting our kitchen operations, ensuring that our facilities remain clean, hygienic, and well-organised. This is a permanent position offering the opportunity to work within a dynamic hospitality environment where your contribution directly supports our culinary team's success.

• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, including washing, sanitising, and storing kitchen equipment, utensils, and crockery


• Prepare and maintain the kitchen environment in accordance with food safety regulations and organisational standards


• Assist with the receipt, storage, and organisation of food and non-food supplies


• Support the kitchen team by performing general duties such as peeling vegetables, portioning ingredients, and preparing items for cooking


• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including dishwashers and waste disposal systems


• Manage waste disposal and recycling in compliance with environmental and health and safety guidelines


• Respond promptly to requests from kitchen and catering staff, demonstrating flexibility and a supportive attitude


• Report any maintenance issues, equipment faults, or hygiene concerns to the appropriate supervisor


• Maintain excellent time keeping and reliability, ensuring consistent attendance and punctuality


• Adhere to all health and safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment for all team members

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a kitchen or hospitality environment (desirable)


• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, with knowledge of HACCP principles


• Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to obtain one (desirable)


• Physical stamina and ability to lift, carry, and move items regularly throughout a shift


• Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail


• Strong time keeping and reliability with a commitment to punctuality


• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, pressurised environment


• Excellent people skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team


• Effective communication skills and willingness to take direction


• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required


• Commitment to maintaining high standards of personal hygiene and professional appearance

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that's an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces,