Kitchen Porter

Chartwells Independent; Upper Lighthorne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurest, part of Compass Group UK&I, is recruiting a Kitchen Porter to support the smooth running of the kitchen on a full-time basis, contracted to 39 hours per week. You will help maintain high standards of cleanliness and assist chefs to prepare fresh dishes.

We invest in our people and recognise commitment, with opportunities to progress in a values-driven environment that celebrates individuality. Join a busy kitchen where teamwork and reliability are valued.

Qualifications

• Be adaptable and embrace changing priorities.
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder.
• Experience delivering high-quality customer care.
• Strive for excellence with motivation and drive.
• Take initiative and make decisions for customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet demands.
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the kitchen is always kept at a high standard of cleanliness.
• Working quickly to prepare fresh food in a busy kitchen.
• Guaranteeing chefs have everything they need to make our dishes.
• Preparing perfectly blended drinks and serving high-quality food.
• Being an enthusiastic team player.
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication skills

Customer care experience

Excellence mindset

Initiative

Working under pressure

Punctuality

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Kitchen Porter to help ensure the smooth running of the kitchen at Eurest on a full time basis, contracted to 39 hours per week.

As a Kitchen Porter, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of customer care and cleanliness. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Mon-Fri (Full Time Days)

Could you bring your spark to Eurest? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the kitchen is always kept at a high standard of cleanliness
• Working quickly to prepare fresh food in a busy kitchen
• Guaranteeing our chefs have everything they need to make our fresh dishes
• Preparing perfectly blended drinks and serving high-quality food that delights our customers
• Being an enthusiastic team player
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Kitchen Porter will:

• Be adaptable and easily embrace changing priorities
• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have experience delivering high quality customer care
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We're people-powered at Eurest

It?s an understatement to say that we?re passionate about what we do, which is why we?re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us - could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!