Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant

Village Hotel; Filton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

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Job summary

Village Hotel in the United Kingdom is seeking a Kitchen Porter to be the backbone of the kitchen, keeping the dish pit moving and ensuring crew have what they need during a busy shift.

You will dominate the dish pit, maintain hygiene per COSHH, support the brigade, and verify deliveries to match orders. A great opportunity to join a fast-paced hospitality team and grow within the Village family.

Qualifications

• Safe handling of cleaning chemicals in line with COSHH regulations.
• Maintain high hygiene standards and food safety.
• Reliable, fast-paced team player who supports the brigade.

Responsibilities

• The Engine Room: Dominating the dish pit; clean equipment and crockery to keep the kitchen moving.
• The Standards: Safely handle cleaning chemicals per COSHH; control waste and hygiene levels.
• The Backbone: Fetch/store food and equipment; ensure smooth service flow.
• The Deliveries: Check in deliveries and verify invoices to ensure accuracy.

Job description

The Role Outline: Your Shift at a Glance

As our Kitchen Porter, you are the absolute backbone of the kitchen. You will keep the operation moving by managing the heavy lifting, dominating the dish pit, checking in deliveries, and ensuring the brigade has exactly what they need to survive a busy shift.

Why Village?

We do hospitality differently. No ego, no drama. We back our teams to take ownership and grow their careers. We show up to make a genuine difference, caring deeply about our impact on guests, the community, and each other.

Your Shift: What You’ll Actually Be Doing

• The Engine Room: Dominating the dish pit. You will work speedily to clean all equipment and crockery, ensuring the kitchen never grinds to a halt because a chef is waiting for a pan.




• The Standards: Managing the mess. You will safely handle cleaning chemicals in line with COSHH regulations, control food waste correctly, and maintain the highest levels of hygiene.




• The Backbone: Supporting the brigade. You will fetch and carry food, safely store equipment, and act as the crucial link that keeps the service flowing.




• The Deliveries: Acting as the gatekeeper. You will check in deliveries according to standard operating procedures, validating invoices to ensure we get exactly what we paid for.

How We Succeed Together

We do not micromanage. We believe in Ownership & Integrity, giving you the autonomy to make decisions on the fly and be a vital, respected part of the brigade.

Selling Our Benefits

• Health: Complimentary Health & Wellness Membership for you and a friend (worth £1,500), mental health days, and an Employee Assistance Programme.




• Stays & Food: Discounted stays from £35, 50% off at the Pub & Grill, and 30% off Starbucks.




• Extras: Salary drawdown via Wagestream, High Street discounts, Electric car scheme, and your birthday off guaranteed.

Think You’ve Got the Right Energy?

We are not looking for perfect CVs, we are looking for great people. If you have the grit to handle a fast‑paced kitchen, and want to be the most valued person in the brigade, we want to hear from you.

At Village, we’re all about personality, ambition, and bringing your real self to work. Diverse perspectives are what keep our business buzzing, so whatever your background, you’ll find a welcoming place to build your career here.

Bring your personality, your drive, and your ambition.