Kitchen Porter

TN United Kingdom; Woodbridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking Kitchen Porters to enhance customer experience in their restaurants. The role involves supporting kitchen operations, ensuring food hygiene, and delivering high-quality service. Ideal candidates are passionate about food, team players, and thrive in fast-paced environments.

Benefits

Generous annual leave with flexible holiday scheduling

Uncapped store discounts: 50% in Restaurants

Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing support

Support through Retail Trust, including virtual GP and counselling

Development opportunities via Dobbies Academy

Qualifications

• Experience in food service.
• Knowledge of kitchen health, safety, and hygiene rules.

Responsibilities

• Support general kitchen duties proactively.
• Ensure smooth restaurant operations, including cleaning and equipment availability.
• Work alongside the kitchen team to serve meals to a high standard.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

Relevant Food Safety Qualifications

Job description

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Our Kitchen Porters play an essential role in delivering an exceptional customer experience across our Restaurants by providing tasty food, ensuring food hygiene, and maintaining high operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Support general kitchen duties proactively
• Ensure smooth restaurant operations, including cleaning, dishwasher use, and equipment availability
• Work alongside the kitchen team to serve meals to a high standard and on time
• Develop knowledge of dietary requirements, allergens, and health & safety regulations

Who We Are Looking For

• Passionate about food and delivering excellent customer experiences
• A team player and confident communicator eager to learn new skills
• Thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Experience in food service
• Knowledge of kitchen health, safety, and hygiene rules
• Relevant food safety qualifications are a plus
• Demonstrates our values: teamwork, continuous improvement, positivity, and customer focus

What We Offer

• Generous annual leave with flexible holiday scheduling
• Uncapped store discounts: 50% in Restaurants, 25% in Garden Centre, 10% in food halls
• Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing support
• Support through Retail Trust, including confidential support, virtual GP, free counselling, and retail rewards
• Development opportunities via Dobbies Academy eLearning platform
• A passionate, diverse, and committed team culture

About Us

Founded in 1865 by James Dobbie, Dobbies is the only garden centre retailer with stores across every UK nation. We celebrate garden living year-round through our products, services, and community events. Many stores feature cafes or restaurants, providing a welcoming environment for customers. We are dedicated to being a great place to work, encouraging our colleagues to thrive and celebrate success together.