Kitchen Porter

Kellan Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Weekly pay

Flexible shift patterns

Ongoing regular shifts

Support from Berkeley Scott team

Work with a stable client

Job summary

Berkeley Scott in Middlesbrough is seeking reliable Kitchen Porters/Assistants to join a dedicated on-site kitchen team. Immediate start with regular shifts and weekly pay described. You’ll work alongside a professional catering team, helping with prep, dishwashing and overall cleanliness in a busy kitchen.

Ideal candidates are reliable, punctual and able to work well in a team, maintaining high hygiene standards. DBS and Food Safety knowledge are welcome, though not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Able to work in a busy kitchen environment.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Experience in kitchen or catering is preferred.
• DBS and Food Safety knowledge beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support chefs and kitchen staff during busy service periods.
• Assist with basic food preparation and general kitchen duties.
• Operate dishwashers and clean kitchen equipment.
• Wash up and maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Keep kitchen areas clean, organised and hygienic.
• Assist with kitchen close-down procedures.
• Follow instructions from Head Chef or Kitchen Manager.
• Comply with food hygiene and health and safety procedures.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Team player

Good communication

Organised

Hygiene standards

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant - Middlesbrough

Berkeley Scott is recruiting Kitchen Porters and Kitchen Assistants to join a dedicated on-site kitchen team in Middlesbrough.

This is an excellent opportunity for reliable, hardworking individuals looking for regular, ongoing work in one stable location, working alongside a professional and supportive catering team.

What We Offer

• Immediate start
• Ongoing, regular shifts
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability
• Weekly pay
• Support from the Berkeley Scott team
• The opportunity to work consistently with one established client

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting chefs and kitchen staff during busy service periods
• Assisting with basic food preparation and general kitchen duties
• Operating dishwashers and cleaning kitchen equipment
• Washing up and maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• Keeping kitchen areas clean, organised and hygienic
• Assisting with kitchen close-down procedures
• Following instructions from the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager
• Complying with all food hygiene and health and safety procedures

About You

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Well organised with good communication skills
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Experienced in a kitchen or catering environment

Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter, Kitchen Assistant, Catering Assistant or Chef Assistant is highly desirable.

An Enhanced DBS certificate is desirable but not essential. A Food Safety Certificate is also beneficial, although training may be available for the right candidate.

Please note: Pay rate depends on previous experience and/or client.