Kitchen Porter / Assistant

Exclusive Hotels; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel and spa in the United Kingdom is looking for a Kitchen Porter / Assistant to join their kitchen team. The role involves maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and assisting chefs. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality and be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Benefits include competitive salary, training opportunities, and various discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

29 days holiday

50% discount on food and beverages

Discounts on room nights

Free meals on duty

Free gym access

Recognition and rewards scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience is preferable but not essential.
• Good command of English required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and staff canteen.
• Support chefs as required.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Manage breakages and notify the supervisor.
• Ensure sufficient crockery and equipment for food service.
• Process wastage using the dehydra machine.

Skills

Cleanliness and hygiene understanding

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Flexibility in working hours

Job description

In a Nutshell

We are actively seeking a Kitchen Porter / Assistant at Pennyhill Park, an Exclusive Hotel & Spa. You will be a crucial part of the kitchen team to help the kitchen run successfully. We value an excellent work ethic and a can-do attitude — we will teach you the rest!

Package Description

Hospitality is all about looking after people, and we are committed to our staff. We work hard to ensure you enjoy your job and are well rewarded. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary, benefits, and above the Real Living Wage Employer
• 29 days holiday (increasing with length of service)
• 50% Discount on food and beverage across all Exclusive properties
• Discounts on room nights across all properties
• EAP provided by Hospitality Action
• HospitalityEssentials discount platform — access to 1,000+ shopping discounts, cashback deals, and wellbeing resources
• Free meals on duty
• Recognition and rewards scheme
• Access to training and development programs
• Free gym access and dedicated classes where available
• B Corp accreditation and commitment to sustainability
• Free newspaper, magazine, and book downloads
• Cycle to work scheme

Main Responsibilities

Key duties include:

• Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen and staff canteen
• Supporting chefs as required
• Adhering to health and safety, fire, hygiene, and COSHH regulations
• Managing breakages and notifying the supervisor
• Ensuring sufficient crockery and equipment for food service
• Using the dehydra machine to process wastage

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience (preferable but not essential)
• Understands the importance of a clean kitchen
• Has a passion for hospitality and exceeding guest expectations
• Can work flexible hours, including evenings, holidays, and weekends
• Remains calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Has good command of English and excellent communication skills
• Is capable of multitasking and managing multiple projects

About The Company

We look for four main qualities in our team members:

• Personality and character
• Enjoyment of working with others
• Willingness to go the extra mile
• Heartfelt commitment to helping guests

Your workday will be 8.5 hours, including a half-hour lunch, with straight shifts totaling 40 hours per week.