Kitchen Porter – Llantwit Major, England

Holroyd Howe; Llantwit Major; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Kitchen Porter in Llantwit Major to maintain cleanliness and assist with food preparation. The role offers a competitive salary of £12.60 per hour, alongside benefits such as free meals, on-site parking, and career development opportunities. Interested candidates should have good communication and teamwork skills, as well as the physical stamina to perform the duties required.

Benefits

Free meals whilst at work

On site parking

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidays

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• No formal education required, but a high school diploma preferred.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops, and food prep areas.
• Assist chefs with basic food prep tasks.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and organising kitchen supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kitchen Porter – Llantwit Major, England

Company Description

Title: Kitchen Porter

Location: UWC Atlantic, Llantwit Major CF61 1WF

Salary: £12.60 per hour, 35 hours per week on the following working pattern-

Monday & Tuesday 07:00am-14:30pm

Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 12:30pm-20:00pm

Benefits:

• Free meals whilst at work
• On site parking
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
• Reward & recognition schemes
• People awards to celebrate our employees
• Work/life balance
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Prestigious working environments
• Team events scheduled throughout the year
• 28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Competitive salary

Are you a detail-oriented individual who takes pride in maintaining a clean and organised environment? Happy to operate a large commercial plate & pot wash? Do you want to play a crucial role in ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of our school’s pantry, kitchen and dining facilities? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become a part of team as a kitchen porter!

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

If you are looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop your career further, then look no further and apply!

Job Description

• Dishwashing – Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using industrial dishwashers
• Kitchen Cleanliness – Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops, and food preparation areas. Empty rubbish bins and ensure proper disposal of waste materials
• Food Preparation –Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling, chopping, and slicing ingredients
• Inventory Management – Assist in receiving, storing, and organising kitchen supplies and ingredients
• Compliance with Health and safety – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen ensuring equipment is in good working order

Qualifications

• No formal education is required, but a high school diploma or equivalent may be preferred
• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices is a plus
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Additional Information

We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences.”

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.