Kitchen Porter – Cardiff, Wales

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

Job summary

A leading contract catering service in Cardiff is seeking a Kitchen Porter to maintain a clean and efficient kitchen environment and support food preparation tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience in food service, along with a customer-focused attitude and strong organizational skills. This full-time position offers £11.44 per hour with a commitment to employee development and sustainability practices.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar role within the food service industry.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and food hygiene practices.
• Basic food handling and hygiene certification.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication abilities and team player mentality.
• Customer-focused attitude with a friendly and enthusiastic demeanor.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs).
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Basic understanding of kitchen operations and culinary terminology.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas to maintain high standards of hygiene.
• Assist in basic food preparation tasks, such as washing and chopping vegetables.
• Operate dishwashing equipment and handle manual dishwashing when necessary.
• Properly store kitchen supplies and ingredients, ensuring proper rotation and organization.
• Support the culinary team during food service periods and special events.
• Maintain cleanliness of waste disposal areas and manage garbage removal.
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring proper inventory management.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
• Perform regular deep cleaning tasks as scheduled.

Job description

Kitchen Porter – Cardiff, Wales

Company Description

40 hours per week Monday-Friday

£11.44 per hour

Full time

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.

Can you commit to feeding hungry tummies as well as hungry minds? We serve more than just a meal in our kitchens, so are you the exceptional Kitchen Porterwe’re looking for?

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

We are seeking an enthusiastic and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our team in Cardiff, United Kingdom. As a vital member of our kitchen staff, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment while supporting our culinary team in food preparation and service.

• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas to maintain high standards of hygiene
• Assist in basic food preparation tasks, such as washing and chopping vegetables
• Operate dishwashing equipment and handle manual dishwashing when necessary
• Properly store kitchen supplies and ingredients, ensuring proper rotation and organization
• Support the culinary team during food service periods and special events
• Maintain cleanliness of waste disposal areas and manage garbage removal
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring proper inventory management
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food safety guidelines
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during peak hours
• Perform regular deep cleaning tasks as scheduled

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar role within the food service industry
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and food hygiene practices
• Basic food handling and hygiene certification
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication abilities and team player mentality
• Customer-focused attitude with a friendly and enthusiastic demeanor
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs)
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible approach to work
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Basic understanding of kitchen operations and culinary terminology
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic

Additional Information

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.

To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.

Nutrition

We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.

Food Innovation

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.

From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunity 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, it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from working with children, therefore we will 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 any criminal offences and shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search of public available information on suitability to work with children.“

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

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