Kitchen Porter - Keighley

Baxterstorey; Exley Head; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hospitality firm in Exley Head is seeking a Kitchen Porter to be an integral part of the kitchen team. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, supporting chefs, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates should be team players with knowledge of food safety. Join us to contribute to a vibrant culinary environment with opportunities for growth and a good work-life balance.

Benefits

28 Days holiday including bank holidays

Plus your birthday off

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to remain calm and collected in a busy environment.
• Some knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Previous experience in a similar role is often a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent service by being attentive to guests' needs.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Calm under pressure

Food safety knowledge

Physical stamina

Job description

The role of kitchen porter means you are a key part of the kitchen team, predominantly working in the pot wash, putting away deliveries, maintaining food storage areas and ensuring a clean and hygienic environment at all times. There may be times when you will be required to undertake other duties such as supporting the chefs with basic food preparation or serving customers. As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service - provide excellent service by being attentive to guests' needs at every point on their customer journey and answering questions in a friendly manner
• Teamwork - collaborate with all other staff to ensure the smooth flow of operations and support and contribute to creating an inclusive and safe working environment
• Adherence to Regulations - comply with health and safety regulations, as well as any specific food service or catering guidelines established on location
• Cleanliness - maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and dining areas

Do you have a passion for providing genuine hospitality and impeccable service? Are you a collaborative team player? Are you friendly, professional and efficient? Do you enjoy working in a fast paced environment? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey, we believe that every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting impression, that's why we're looking for a Kitchen Porter who strives to exceed expectations at every turn. As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments.

Qualifications

• You are a team player who can communicate well with a positive, can do attitude
• Ability to remain calm and collected in a busy environment
• Some knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Physical stamina with the ability to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy objects
• Knowledge of manual handling and COSHH
• Previous experience in a similar role is often a plus

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that's an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve. We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of. Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team's careers. 'Better' is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us. Join us, and be part of the food revolution! Interested? Even if you don't meet all requirements, we like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

Benefits

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 weeks' enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carer leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme