Kitchen Porter - Edinburgh

LGH - Holiday Inn; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Kitchen Porter in a vibrant hotel environment. This role is crucial for maintaining a spotless kitchen, assisting with food preparation, and ensuring food safety standards are met. You'll work alongside a supportive crew, gaining valuable experience in the hospitality industry. Enjoy various employee benefits, including discounts and wellness support. If you are reliable and hardworking, this is your opportunity to contribute to unforgettable guest experiences in a thriving hotel setting.

Benefits

Employee discounts on hotel rates

Access to IHG employee room benefit programme

Shopping discounts

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Wellbeing tips and support

Counseling sessions

Cycle to work scheme

Hospital & death benefit plans

24/7 advice and support line

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Assist with basic food preparation and keep kitchen areas tidy.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Flexibility

Job description

Kitchen Porter - Edinburgh

Holiday Inn Edinburgh

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The Opportunity

Are you a reliable and hardworking individual with a passion for keeping things spotless? We're looking for a dedicated Kitchen Porter to join our dynamic team and ensure our kitchen runs smoothly.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Sparkling Clean: Wash and clean dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment, ensuring everything is spotless.
• Tidy Spaces: Keep all kitchen areas clean and tidy, sweeping and mopping floors, and managing trash and recycling.
• Prep Pro: Assist with basic food preparation, like peeling and chopping vegetables, to help our chefs create culinary masterpieces.
• Stock Savvy: Receive and store deliveries of food and supplies, keeping everything organized.
• Safety First: Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards at all times, ensuring a safe and compliant kitchen.
• Team Player: Help set up and close down the kitchen, clean cooking equipment and work surfaces, and work collaboratively with the kitchen team.
• Maintenance Monitor: Report any maintenance or health and safety issues to the relevant person, ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Be a Key Player: Your hard work and dedication will be essential to the smooth operation of our kitchen.
• Join a Great Team: Work alongside a supportive and passionate kitchen crew.
• Grow Your Skills: Opportunities for personal and professional development in a dynamic environment.
• Make an Impact: Your efforts will help create a clean and efficient kitchen, contributing to unforgettable guest experiences.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• The ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings.

If you are reliable, hardworking, and have experience working as a Kitchen Porter, we would love to hear from you.

Hotel

The Holiday Inn Edinburgh is ideally located between Edinburgh Airport and the city centre, making it an excellent base for exploring Edinburgh. Our Academy Conference Centre, on the 5th floor with panoramic views of the Pentland Hills, features 14 meeting rooms and can accommodate up to 120 guests.

The hotel offers 303 bedrooms, including Executive and Family rooms. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options, including Traders Restaurant, a café, and a relaxing bar. We also provide a fully equipped gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna, and spa for relaxation.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in hospitality? Join LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels across the UK, including brands like Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, we are a leading employer in the industry. Join our team and help shape the future of hospitality in the UK.