Kitchen Porter: Fast-Paced Kitchen Support & Hygiene Star

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd; Gillingham; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Store discounts

Financial wellbeing support (Stream)

Retail Trust access

Dobbies Academy

Thriving culture

Job summary

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd. is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support our restaurant operations, keep the kitchen clean and ensure meals are presented to a high standard and on time.

You will work with the kitchen team, learning about dietary requirements, allergens and health & safety while contributing to a welcoming customer experience across our restaurants and stores. This is a hands-on role in a busy environment with opportunity to develop in our academy and through our wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service and delivering customer service.
• Ability to work in a busy kitchen and restaurant environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen health, safety and hygiene rules.
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to duties.
• Passion for food and helping customers have a great experience.

Responsibilities

• Support general kitchen duties and work proactively.
• Help with cleaning, dishwasher operations and equipment readiness.
• Assist the kitchen team to deliver meals to a high standard and on time.
• Develop knowledge of dietary requirements, allergens and food safety.

Skills

Food service experience

Team player

Communication skills

Food safety awareness

Thrives in fast-paced environment

Education

Food safety qualification

Job description

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd. is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support our restaurant operations, keep the kitchen clean and ensure meals are presented to a high standard and on time.

You will work with the kitchen team, learning about dietary requirements, allergens and health & safety while contributing to a welcoming customer experience across our restaurants and stores. This is a hands-on role in a busy environment with opportunity to develop in our academy and through our wellness programs.