Kitchen Porter - Kitchen Assistant

Thornbury Castle; Bradford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programs

Complimentary stay after probation

Staff/family rates on accommodation

Recognition programmes

Uniform and meals provided

Free parking

Job summary

Thornbury Castle Hotel in Bradford, near Bristol, is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join our 5* hotel kitchen team. You will support kitchen operations, keep areas clean, and help deliver memorable dining experiences for guests.

The role is 40 hours per week with £12.71 per hour, including evening and weekend shifts. Training, staff perks, and on-site facilities are provided.

Qualifications

• Natural passion and flair for the industry and food.
• A calm mature approach.
• Ambition to succeed at the highest levels.
• Dedicated and an excellent team player with strong communication skills.
• A resilient nature that thrives under pressure.
• Ability to work unsupervised using own initiative when needed.

Responsibilities

• Use the industrial dishwashers to clean all crockery and chefs’ utensils
• Clean the Kitchen Areas following full Food Safety and COSHH guidelines
• Basic preparation of vegetables under the supervision of senior chefs
• Follow Health and Safety and Food Safety procedures
• Support the team and help colleagues where needed

Skills

passion for food

calm, mature approach

ambition to excel

team player with communication

resilience under pressure

ability to work unsupervised

Job description

Company Description

Relais & Chateaux at Thornbury Castle is seeking a

Company Description

Relais & Chateaux at Thornbury Castle is seeking a Kitchen Porter - Kitchen Assistant to join our hard-working and professional 5* Hotel Team. You will be working in a unique and beautifully restored Castle supporting the operation in the kitchen, creating memorable and impressive experiences for our guests.

About Us

Set on 15 acres of beautiful land, Thornbury Castle Hotel is the only Tudor Castle operating as a hotel in England. The Castle has undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment program bringing back to life the regal grandeur of its past. Located 20 minutes’ drive from Bristol, it offers 26 rooms and suites, an award-winning restaurant, bar and two unique meeting and conference spaces.

Job Description

• 40 hours contract
• £12.71 per hour
• Will include evening and weekend shifts
• Use the industrial dishwashers to clean all crockery and chefs’ utensils
• Clean the Kitchen Areas following full Food Safety and COSHH guidelines
• Basic preparation of vegetables under the supervision of senior chefs
• Follow Health and Safety and Food Safety procedures
• Support the team and help colleagues where needed

Qualifications

• Natural passion and flair for the industry and food
• A calm mature approach
• Ambition to succeed at the highest levels
• Dedicated and an excellent team player with strong communication skills
• A resilient nature that thrives under pressure
• Ability to work unsupervised using own initiative when needed

Additional Information

• Training programs via internal & external professionals and access to online training facilities
• complimentary stay after probation period
• Staff and family rates on hotel accommodation and discounts on F&B
• Recognition programmes
• Uniform and meals provided whilst on duty and free parking