Kitchen Porter

The Inn Collection Group; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Sunderland is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support the kitchen team. You will maintain food hygiene standards, manage cleanliness, and assist with food preparation. Ideal candidates should be hardworking, eager to learn, and flexible in a fast-paced environment. This role offers the chance to work in a welcoming team atmosphere and would suit anyone with a positive attitude.

Benefits

Extra paid holiday for birthdays

Paid Breaks

50% off food

Discounted stays at Inns

Confidential support

Tips (Tronc)

Qualifications

• Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene.
• Managing the wash-up area and ensuring kitchen equipment cleanliness.
• Assisting with basic food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen team by following the cleaning schedule.
• Demonstrate confidence and courtesy in interactions with customers.
• Take on general duties as directed.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Job description

About The Inn Collection Group

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do.

The Inn Collection Group is a multi‑award‑winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focused, warmth, and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

How We Say Thank You

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead‑Inn development program.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns.
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same‑day bookings.
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Tronc (that’s tips to me and you).
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give‑inn back scheme.
• Join an award‑winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

The Seaburn Inn is perfectly positioned on Sunderland’s seafront, offering stunning views of the coastline. Located right on the water’s edge, it sits between the vibrant coastal resort of Roker, home to the famous pier, and Whitburn in South Tyneside. With its prime seafront location, The Seaburn Inn is ideally placed to enjoy the beauty and charm of the surrounding area.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

As Kitchen Porter, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the kitchen team by maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene. Your positive attitude, teamwork skills, and willingness to learn will be essential as you manage the wash‑up area, ensure kitchen equipment cleanliness, and assist with basic food preparation.

You’ll work closely with team members and customers, demonstrating confidence and courtesy in all interactions. This role requires flexibility and a commitment to personal presentation. You’ll be responsible for keeping the kitchen running smoothly by following the cleaning schedule and taking on other general duties as directed.

If you’re hardworking, eager to learn, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment, we think you’ll fit right in.

This role gave Tele the opportunity to collaborate closely with a team. Watch Tele’s video to learn more about our Kitchen Team member roles https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/join-inn

Age‑related pay rates apply for Under 21s.