Kitchen Porter (KP)

Slim Chickens - Ashford; Ashford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount across brands

Wagestream access to earnings

Healthcare cash plan

Referral rewards

Job summary

Slim Chickens - Ashford is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join our back of house team. You will help prepare and cook menu items, keep the kitchen clean, and ensure safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

We value a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and the ability to work well with others, including weekends and holidays. This role offers opportunities to grow within a dynamic, hospitality-focused brand.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen is a plus.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential.
• Flexible to work weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to our standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen area.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist with inventory and stock rotation to ensure freshness.
• Support the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Description

Could you be our next Kitchen Porter in Slim Chickens Ashford? Slim Chickens serves up southern-inspired fresh delicious chicken tenders, wings, and sandwiches in a casual, laid-back setting!

Are you passionate about preparing great food and ensuring high standards in the kitchen? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Slim Chickens is looking for hardworking and enthusiastic Back of House Team Members to join our growing family!

Why Slim Chickens?

Slim Chickens is a Sunday Times Best Big Company to Work For 2025 and 2026, where you'll have endless opportunities to develop, grow, and learn new skills while working alongside some of the best colleagues in hospitality. There has never been a better time to join us!

At Slim Chickens, Southern-inspired flavours meet a modern, energetic vibe. We’re on a mission to serve up the best chicken around, and as we grow, we need team members who are just as passionate about quality as we are.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Preparing and cooking menu items to perfection, ensuring every dish meets our high standards


• Maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment


• Following food safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines at all times


• Assisting with inventory management, stock rotation, and ensuring the freshness of ingredients


• Working as part of a team to ensure orders are prepared accurately and delivered on time


• Handling kitchen equipment safely and reporting any maintenance needs


• Supporting the kitchen team with various tasks to ensure smooth and efficient operations


• Contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment where everyone thrives

What We’re Looking For:

• A passion for cooking and delivering quality food


• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions


• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment


• Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset


• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and bank holidays


• Previous kitchen experience is a plus, but a willingness to learn and a positive attitude are essential!

Why You’ll Love It Here:

We’re offering more than just a role; we’re offering a rewarding career path with exciting benefits:

• Generous Colleague Discount:Enjoy 50% off your total bill for you and 5 friends across all of our Brands, because great food is meant to be shared! You can also get 20% off at Carluccio’s retail gift shop & deli (in store and online)


• Exclusive Discounts:Access special offers and discounts at thousands of online and high-street retailers, restaurants, entertainment, gifting, gym membership and many many more through our BRG Spark App


• Secure Your Future:Benefit from free mortgage advice and access to our Financial & Wellbeing Centre


• Access Your Pay Anytime:With our partner Wagestream, you can tap into your earnings whenever you need them


• Stay Well:Take advantage of our Healthcare Cashplan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)


• Referral Rewards:Earn bonuses by referring your friends to join our team


• Career Advancement:Enjoy excellent opportunities for growth and development within our diverse brand portfolio


• Flexible Working:Find a work-life balance with flexible scheduling options

Slim's is part of Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG)a growing hospitality group of Brand's, committed to our goal of striving to become the Best Restaurant Group in everything we do. We’re obsessed with building credibility, going above and beyond, and delivering a memorable guest experience and an amazing working environment.

At BRG, we live by our core values:
Honest-Acting with integrity in everything we do
Hardworking–Giving our best, every day
Hungry–Always striving for growth and excellence
Heart–Caring deeply about our people, our guests, and our communities