Kitchen Porter - Flexible 21h/wk in Caring Kitchen Team

St Mary's Hospice; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and training provided

Job summary

St Mary's Hospice in Ulverston, Cumbria, is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join the Orangery Cafe team. The role is part-time at £12.71 per hour, averaging 21 hours a week with alternate 3- and 4-day weeks and 6-hour shifts, including alternate weekends.

You will support chefs, help with basic prep, wash dishes, and maintain high cleanliness and food safety standards while working closely with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, catering or food service experience is preferred.
• Full training will be provided for the right person.
• Must be a reliable team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the chefs with day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Assisting with basic food preparation, including salads and sandwiches.
• Washing dishes, cutlery and kitchen equipment.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety.
• Keeping the wash-up area clean and organised during shifts.
• Cleaning kitchen areas, sweeping and mopping floors.
• Disposing of waste safely and responsibly.
• Working closely with front-of-house colleagues for smooth service.
• Carrying out other duties as requested by the Chef.

Skills

Team player

Reliable

Flexible

Good attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Work under pressure

Job description

St Mary's Hospice in Ulverston, Cumbria, is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join the Orangery Cafe team. The role is part-time at £12.71 per hour, averaging 21 hours a week with alternate 3- and 4-day weeks and 6-hour shifts, including alternate weekends.

You will support chefs, help with basic prep, wash dishes, and maintain high cleanliness and food safety standards while working closely with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.