Kitchen Porter — Fast-Paced Prep & Hygiene Champion

Dobbies Garden Centres; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garden centre chain in Peterborough is seeking a Kitchen Porter to ensure exceptional customer experiences through high food hygiene standards and efficient kitchen operations. The ideal candidate is passionate about food, a strong communicator, and thrives in a busy environment. This role offers comprehensive benefits, a thriving work culture, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

50% discount in restaurants

Access to financial wellbeing support

Employee wellbeing platform with counselling

Development programmes through Dobbies Academy

Qualifications

• Experience of working in food service.
• Knowledge and understanding of kitchen health, safety and hygiene rules.
• Can demonstrate company values at all times.

Responsibilities

• Support general kitchen duties proactively.
• Ensure smooth running of restaurant operations.
• Work alongside the kitchen team for meal presentation and timing.
• Develop knowledge of dietary requirements and health & safety.

Skills

Passion for food

Team player

Effective communication

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of kitchen safety and hygiene

Education

Relevant food safety qualifications

Job description

A leading garden centre chain in Peterborough is seeking a Kitchen Porter to ensure exceptional customer experiences through high food hygiene standards and efficient kitchen operations. The ideal candidate is passionate about food, a strong communicator, and thrives in a busy environment. This role offers comprehensive benefits, a thriving work culture, and opportunities for personal development.