Kitchen Porter

Aramark; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in York is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join their team at Imphal Barracks. This full-time role involves supporting kitchen operations and maintaining cleanliness. Previous kitchen experience is helpful but not required, as full training will be provided. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and have resided in the country for over three years. This role offers competitive pay and excellent career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate of £12.21

Employee Benefits app with discounts

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK and have resided in-country for more than 3 years.
• Security checks are required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform all washing-up duties for a busy kitchen.
• Support the kitchen team where possible.
• Ensure back of house (BOH) area is clean and tidy.
• Assist with deliveries and organize them in the correct storage areas.
• Remove waste from containers and dispose of them correctly.

Skills

Customer-focused

Strong communicator

Excellent team player

Flexible approach

Job description

Overview

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our team delivers experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day. Aramark UK is looking to hire a Kitchen Porter to join the team at Imphal Barracks, Fulford Road, York. YO10 4HD. This is an exciting, varied full-time role, supporting the Kitchen and Front of House (FOH) teams as needed and keeping those areas neat and tidy.

Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We are lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams.

What’s in it for you

• This is a permanent position, 35 hours per week, shifts ranging between 10:30 and 18:30.
• The hourly rate is £12.21.
• Many other benefits (parking, gym access, etc.).
• You will have access to our Employee Benefits app, which includes online GP access, Employee Assistance Scheme, 100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• We also offer a company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits.
• You will join a talented team with fabulous career prospects and opportunities; we love to promote from within.
• We are passionate about developing our people from within; great training and development is available, with apprenticeship schemes to continue your learning journey.

A day in the life of a Kitchen Porter

• Performing all washing-up duties for a busy kitchen and restaurant.
• Support the kitchen team where possible.
• Ensuring back of house (BOH) area is clean and tidy.
• Assisting with deliveries and organising them in the correct storage areas.
• Removing waste from waste containers and disposing in the correct external bins.

You will be set up for success if you have

• Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
• You must be eligible to work in the UK and have resided in-country for more than 3 years. Security checks are required for this role.
• Customer-focused and a strong communicator.
• Excellent team player with a flexible approach to duties.

Other information

If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring. Job Reference 605188. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

About Aramark UK

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey. We are recognised as a Forces Friendly employer and hold the ERS Gold Award, reflecting our dedication to supporting the Armed Forces community. We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail].