Kitchen Porter – Dirty Martini

Nightcap PLC; Manchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge

50% food & drink discount

Discount portal access

Wagestream early pay

Life assurance £10,000

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training & development

Fun working environment

Job summary

Nightcap PLC's Dirty Martini venue in Manchester is hiring a Kitchen Porter on a part-time basis with weekend shifts (Fri, Sat, Sun). You will help the kitchen team with ingredient prep, cleaning, and stock organisation, while earning the national minimum wage plus service charge.

You'll benefit from a generous service charge, 50% food and drink discounts across Nightcap venues, access to Wagestream for early pay, life assurance, and an Employee Assistance Program, plus training and a dynamic

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen porter experience preferred but not required.
• Physical stamina and the ability to handle repetitive tasks and heavy lifting.
• Attention to detail to ensure proper cleaning and sanitation of kitchen equipment and surfaces.
• Team player mentality with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef with washing, cleaning, peeling, cutting, and chopping ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in food preparation areas by following established standards.
• Thoroughly clean and store cooking appliances, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes.
• Keep the kitchen floors clean through sweeping, mopping, and wiping down kitchen walls.
• Support with unloading and organizing delivered food supplies.
• Ensure the proper storage and organization of food supplies.
• Promptly transfer meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchen as instructed by the Cook.
• Assist with inventory control and maintain records of notable food wastage.
• Team player with the ability to follow instructions effectively.

Skills

Kitchen porter experience

Stamina

Attention to detail

Team player

Food safety basics

Job description

Kitchen Porter – Dirty Martini

What's in It for You?

• Your dedication to the customer experience will be rewarded with a generous service charge.
• An amazing 50% discount on food and drink across all our awesome venues.
• Deals and discounts with a wide range of businesses through our discount portal.
• Early access to your pay through Wagestream.
• £10,000 life assurance to support your loved ones if the worst happens.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides consultation sessions on mental health, well-being and finance, grants, and any other needed support.
• Training and development opportunities. We're invested in your success during your time with us!
• Fun and vibrant working environment with a fantastic team.

This is a PART TIME vacancy, with shifts over the weekend (Fri, Sat & Sun) with pay at National Minimum Wage plus service charge.

About Us:

Dirty Martini isn't just any cocktail bar; we're an industry-leading brand that believes in providing exceptional training, competitive pay, and endless opportunities for growth. You'll have the chance to work alongside top professionals, get creative with menu design, and even attend product tastings and showcases. It's an experience like no other!

We pride ourselves in great guest experience and throwing the best parties. We would like to up the game with providing tasty food from fresh ingredients not just during our events, such as our awesome weekend Brunches, but also as many days as possible!

What We Need:

As a Kitchen Porter, you will work alongside our Kitchen Team to ensure smooth ingredient preparation and maintain cleanliness in our kitchen. Your responsibilities will also include inventory control, waste management, and proper organization of supplies. A keen eye for detail, exceptional time management, and strict adherence to food health and safety regulations will be key to your success in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Chef in preparing ingredients by washing, cleaning, peeling, cutting, and chopping fruits, vegetables, poultry, and meat.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in food preparation areas by following established standards and sanitizing surfaces.
• Thoroughly clean and store cooking appliances, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes.
• Keep the kitchen floors clean through sweeping, mopping, and wiping down kitchen walls.
• Support with unloading and organizing delivered food supplies.
• Ensure the proper storage and organization of food supplies.
• Promptly transfer meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchen as instructed by the Cook.
• Assist with inventory control and maintain records of notable food wastage.
• Team player with the ability to follow instructions effectively.

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience as a kitchen porter or in a similar role is preferred but not required.
• Physical stamina and the ability to handle repetitive tasks and heavy lifting.
• Attention to detail to ensure proper cleaning and sanitation of kitchen equipment and surfaces.
• Team player mentality with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene principles.
• Positive attitude and a strong work ethic.

About Nightcap:

Nightcap is an award-winning operator in the late-night bar scene. We operate a portfolio of bars and venues across the UK, including brands like The Cocktail Club, Tonight Josephine, Barrio Familia, and Dirty Martini to name just a few. With a mission to be the UK’s leading bar group. Our purpose of existence is the belief that EVERYONE deserves a great night out, and therefore it's everyone's job to make sure we create great nights... and days out! We have a lively and dynamic work-ethos across all our bars and offices. Our culture is creative, innovative, and collaborative, where everyone contributes ideas and brings their true self to work every day, as we are hell-bent on harnessing a place where everyone can belong. Working here is fast paced, at times challenging, but copious amounts of fun!

Our Values:

• We Start at the Bar - At Nightcap, we make every decision based on what is right for our bars. This ensures our choices are practical, guest-focused, and truly reflect our business. It's all about staying grounded in real experiences to drive our success.
• Proud AF -Taking pride in our work means striving for excellence and being dedicated to success. At Nightcap, we encourage our teams to bring their passion every day, delivering world-class service and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.
• Become Your Best Self - At Nightcap, we thrive on personal development of each other. We encourage our teams to seek growth, improve their skills, and enjoy the journey. It's about becoming the best version of yourself while having fun along the way.
• Own the Outcome - We believe in setting clear goals, taking full responsibility, and staying committed to achieve success. At Nightcap, we focus on results and make sure we follow through on our promises.
• People Are Everything - At Nightcap, we know our people are our greatest asset. We focus on creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported. Because at the end of the day, it's our people who make all the difference.

If you enjoy cooking up delicious food and providing excellent service to create memorable experiences for our guests, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

We look forward to having you join our team at Dirty Martini!