Kitchen Porter/Assistant - Full Time - No Evenings

The Hollies Farm Shop; Stretton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

The Hollies Farm Shop in Cheshire is seeking a Kitchen Assistant/Porter to support a busy kitchen and front-of-house team. You will help with dishes, food prep, cleaning, and stock control while maintaining high hygiene standards.

Ideal applicants are reliable, flexible to work weekends, and committed to safe food handling and friendly customer service during breakfast, brunch, and lunch rushes.

Qualifications

• Must maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ability to follow safety and compliance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen team with dishwashing and cleanliness.
• Assist chefs with food prep and service when required.
• Maintain food hygiene and cross-contamination control.
• Assist with Front-of-House duties as needed.
• Handle inventory, stock rotation and waste minimisation.
• Provide excellent customer service during busy meal periods.
• Adhere to allergen procedures and safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Cleanliness

Food safety

Teamwork

Stock control

Allergen awareness

Job description

The Hollies Farm Shop is a vibrant and dynamic family-owned business nested in the heart of Cheshire's stunning countryside. With a passion for exceptional food and a commitment to championing the best produce from both near and far. Our ever-evolving selection of artisan-made breads, cheeses, cured meats, and luxury wines, beers, champagnes, and spirits are a testament to our dedication to quality and diversity. We take pride in sourcing only the freshest, locally produced fruits and vegetables, which we lovingly showcase alongside our international food picks. At the Hollies, we are constantly looking to the future and striving to innovate, while always staying true to our roots. Our team of friendly and knowledgeable staff is always on hand to offer advice and recommendations, and we are committed to providing a shopping experience that is second to none.

Job Role: Kitchen Assistant/Porter

Location: The Hollies Lower Stretton

Type of contract: Part / Full -time

• Minimum 25 hours per week
• Must be flexible to work weekdays and weekends

As a Café Assistant at The Hollies Lower Stretton, you’ll be a key member of a small kitchen team, integral to the daily operations within the department & ensuring it runs smoothly and efficiently throughout the day. This is a dynamic, hands-on role and you'll play a key part in maintaining high standards and the overall success of the department. You will be required to support the kitchen team in maintaining standards of safety, cleanliness, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Service & Kitchen team support
• Kitchen Porter shifts - washing dishes, keeping kitchen areas clean and tidy, and putting away and stock rotating deliveries
• Asist with FoH Duties
• Assist chefs with food preparation and service when required
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and compliance, throughout the kitchen and wash-up areas
• Work seamlessly with other departments to ensure smooth overall operations
• Assisting the kitchen team with general duties as required
• Assisting the kitchen team with general duties as required
• Adhering strictly to allergen procedures and preventing cross-contamination
  
• Ensuring cleaning schedules are completed
• Supporting waste management and recycling procedures
• Baking shifts - baking off breads, sausage rolls and morning goods for the Farm shop
• Team & Operational Support
• Report issues/concerns to the Manager
• Support the kitchen team during service
• Create and maintain a positive, collaborative atmosphere on shift
• Customer experience
• Deliver top-tier customer service, responding to queries and resolving concerns where necessary
• Ensure consistency during busy breakfast, brunch, and lunch services
• Handle any customer complaints in a calm and professional manner
• Inventory & stock control
• Monitor stock levels, rotate products (fridge and freezer), and minimise waste
• Maintain accurate inventory records
• Organising storage containers, including freezers - receive and store deliveries correctly
• Keep stock areas orderly and accessible
• Ensure inventory storage supports efficiency and cleanliness

You’ll have:

• High standards of cleanliness and attention to hygiene protocols
• A proactive approach to safety and compliance across the department

Additional Duties

• Must be flexible to work weekends and across various sites within Cheshire
• Minimum 25 hours per week
• Must be flexible to work weekdays and weekends

Interested in joining our award winning team