Kitchen Porter - Casual

Dalata Hotel Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

50% off F&B

Room rate discount 60

Friends & Family 30% off

Extra annual leave (5 days)

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work/Transport Schemes

Pension access

Dalata Academy development

Staff events

Job summary

Maldron Hotel Liverpool, part of Dalata Hotel Group, invites applications for a Kitchen Porter to support the head chef and the wider kitchen team in the heart of the city centre.

You will help maintain clean crockery, utensils and storage areas, follow HACCP standards, and contribute to a busy, friendly work environment while training through the Dalata Academy to develop your skills and career with us.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a kitchen or similar fast-paced environment is desirable.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good attention to detail and a strong focus on cleanliness and hygiene.
• The ability to work efficiently as part of a team and use your own initiative.
• Good time-management and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including mornings, evenings and weekends.
• The ability to carry out the physical aspects of the role, including standing for extended periods and safely moving kitchen equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef, Sous Chef and wider kitchen team with the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Maintain a consistent supply of clean crockery, cookware, equipment and kitchen utensils throughout service.
• Keep the kitchen, pot-wash, storage and back-of-house areas clean, organised and safe, completing daily cleaning duties and scheduled deep-cleaning tasks to the required standard.
• Follow cleaning schedules and ensure tasks are completed to the required standard.
• Assist with deliveries, stock storage, waste disposal and general kitchen duties when required.
• Work alongside the chef team to maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including the safe use and storage of cleaning chemicals.
• Support the team during busy periods and help create a positive, efficient working environment.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Job description

Perfectly positioned in the vibrant city centre, Maldron Hotel Liverpool places you right at the heart of the action. Just minutes from iconic landmarks, cultural venues, and major attractions, our team enjoys the best of what the city has to offer. From world-class concerts and sporting events at the M&S Bank Arena to the historic charm of the Royal Albert Dock, there’s something for everyone just steps away. Shopping enthusiasts can explore Liverpool ONE, while music lovers can walk in the footsteps of The Beatles with famous sights nearby. Join us and be part of a workplace where city life meets opportunity.

Kitchen Porter

You will receive training through our Dalata Academy to help you learn important skills. You will also meet experienced team members who can help you grow. At Dalata, we believe in promoting from within. If you work hard, you can have new opportunities in the future. Join us and be part of a friendly team!

Benefits

• Free employee meals on duty
• 50% Off F&B in all properties
• €/£60 employee rate on rooms for all Dalata-owned hotels
• 30% off the Friends & Family rate
• Extra AL day for every year worked (5 days to a maximum of 5 days)
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme/Transport Schemes
• Pension access (Ask your HR Manager for local pension information)
• Development Opportunities through our Dalata Academy- support your career journey
• Staff Appreciation Initiatives, fun team-building activities and regular charity events

Your Job

• Support the Head Chef, Sous Chef and wider kitchen team with the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Maintain a consistent supply of clean crockery, cookware, equipment and kitchen utensils throughout service.
• Keep the kitchen, pot-wash, storage and back-of-house areas clean, organised and safe, completing daily cleaning duties and scheduled deep-cleaning tasks to the required standard.
• Follow cleaning schedules and ensure tasks are completed to the required standard.
• Assist with deliveries, stock storage, waste disposal and general kitchen duties when required.
• Work alongside the chef team to maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including the safe use and storage of cleaning chemicals.
• Support the team during busy periods and help create a positive, efficient working environment.

What You’ll Need

• Previous experience working in a kitchen or similar fast-paced environment is desirable, but full training will be provided.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good attention to detail and a strong focus on cleanliness and hygiene.
• The ability to work efficiently as part of a team and use your own initiative.
• Good time-management and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including mornings, evenings and weekends.
• The ability to carry out the physical aspects of the role, including standing for extended periods and safely moving kitchen equipment and supplies.

About Us

Dalata Hotel Group – We bring the heart of hospitality to every hotel we own and operate. We see our growth and expansion plans as a way of spreading our unique way of caring for our guests further around the world, bringing better experiences to more people. Currently, the Dalata difference can be felt at each of our hotels in Ireland, the UK, Germany & the Netherlands, and we’ll keep expanding this further, focusing on key UK cities, Dublin and Continental Europe. Helping our people to grow and develop their careers is vitally important to us and is one of our highest priorities. We have many exciting and unique internal development programmes, each crafted to make sure our employees get the learning they need to be able to take the next step in their careers. Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an Inclusive Employer. We actively encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply to be part of our team. However, we understand everyone's needs are different; therefore, if you require any accommodations with this application process, please highlight your needs when you are completing your application process.