Kitchen Porter - Fast-Paced Kitchen Support

Aspire Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire Recruitment is seeking a Kitchen Porter in Manchester City Centre on a temporary, ad hoc basis. The role supports busy kitchens with cleaning, dishwashing, stock handling and back-of-house tasks. Shifts are early to mid-day (approx.

8am–4pm) with pay at £13.56 per hour and no fixed long-term commitment. Ideal candidates are reliable, enjoy teamwork and can work under pressure in a heat-intensive environment.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of hygiene, cleaning and safe working practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to support chefs and colleagues effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain high standards consistently.
• Reliable, proactive and able to stay organised during busy service periods.
• Comfortable with manual handling, physical tasks and heat-intensive environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high levels of cleanliness across kitchens and storage spaces.
• Operate dishwashers and pot-wash equipment safely and efficiently.
• Manually wash larger items and equipment that cannot be machine washed.
• Keep floors and work surfaces clean, sanitised and hazard-free.
• Support chefs by keeping workstations stocked and organised.
• Set up and clear kitchen areas before and after service.
• Follow all food safety and health & safety procedures.
• Report equipment faults or safety concerns promptly.
• Receive, check and store deliveries and rotate stock.
• Assist with stock movement, waste disposal and general kitchen organisation.
• Support kitchen teams during busy periods and adapt to priorities.

Skills

Hygiene basics

Teamwork

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Aspire Recruitment is seeking a Kitchen Porter in Manchester City Centre on a temporary, ad hoc basis. The role supports busy kitchens with cleaning, dishwashing, stock handling and back-of-house tasks. Shifts are early to mid-day (approx.

8am–4pm) with pay at £13.56 per hour and no fixed long-term commitment. Ideal candidates are reliable, enjoy teamwork and can work under pressure in a heat-intensive environment.