Kitchen Porter - Fast-Paced Kitchen Support & Training

Cosmo Southampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-the-job training

Friendly work environment

Job summary

COSMO Southampton is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join our kitchen team in the heart of Southampton. You will help keep the kitchen clean, assist with basic tasks, and support chefs to maintain smooth service.

No prior experience is required, but a good understanding of kitchen hygiene and safety is essential. You will work in a busy environment and be part of a collaborative team focused on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or food service is welcome but not required.
• Strong understanding of hygiene and safety practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Physical stamina to stand, lift, and perform tasks for long hours.
• Willingness to learn and take on new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils and equipment thoroughly and promptly.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, surfaces, floors and equipment.
• Assist in basic food preparation as required by chefs.
• Help manage kitchen waste and dispose of rubbish correctly.
• Store tools and equipment properly and organized.
• Support staff with deliveries, organizing supplies and restocking.
• Ensure hygiene standards are followed and maintained throughout the kitchen.
• Assist unloading and storing deliveries and tidy at end of service.
• Help with cleaning and tidying of the kitchen after service.

Skills

Hygiene & safety

Team player

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Willingness to learn

Job description

COSMO Southampton is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join our kitchen team in the heart of Southampton. You will help keep the kitchen clean, assist with basic tasks, and support chefs to maintain smooth service.

No prior experience is required, but a good understanding of kitchen hygiene and safety is essential. You will work in a busy environment and be part of a collaborative team focused on quality and efficiency.