Kitchen Porter UK

Zizzi; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant family-oriented team as a Kitchen Porter at a well-loved dining establishment. This role is perfect for those who thrive in a bustling environment and take pride in maintaining cleanliness and organization. Enjoy generous perks, including discounts on meals and opportunities for career progression. If you have a passion for food and teamwork, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow and enjoy a fulfilling work experience. Become part of a supportive team that values individuality, growth, and fun in every shift!

Benefits

50% discount at Zizzi & ASK Italian

Free and discounted meals on shift

Generous tronc system

Instant access to earned wages via Wagestream

Discounts on cinema tickets and travel

Access to online community for rotas and payslips

Free Employee Assistance Programme

28 days holiday (pro-rata)

Career development opportunities

Company pension contributions

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain cleanliness in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork skills to support both front and back of house.

Responsibilities

• Wash plates, cutlery, and utensils efficiently to ensure availability.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and support restaurant operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Job description

Calling all Pizza lovers! (Pasta lovers are welcome too)

Kitchen Porter up to £12.21 per hour plus tronc and benefits

As Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in the kitchen's operations. No matter how skilled the chefs are, they rely on a clean environment, organized storage, and a spotless work area to function effectively.

What you'll get:

• 50% discount at Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included) for you and your friends
• Free and heavily discounted menu on shift to keep you nourished
• Generous tronc system as a token of appreciation from customers
• Instant access to earned wages via Wagestream
• Discounts on cinema tickets, travel websites, and big brands to enjoy your time off
• Access to your rotas and payslips through our online Zizzi community
• Free Employee Assistance Programme offering GPs and wellbeing support
• 28 days holiday (pro-rata) to relax and recharge
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Company pension contributions to plan for your future
• Zizzi branded T-Shirts and aprons provided to look the part

What will you do as a Kitchen Porter? Here's a glimpse:

• Take pride in food presentation by washing plates, cutlery, and utensils efficiently, ensuring they are perfectly clean and available during your shift
• Support the restaurant team, front of house and back of house, to ensure smooth operations
• Be passionate about our food and familiarize yourself with the menu
• Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, ensuring every corner and cupboard is spotless
• Help keep the restaurant looking fabulous and adhere to policies, processes, and guidelines

All this through our Zizzi Values — what matters to us:

Growth: Strive to be better every day, contributing to our team, business, and the wider community.

Individuality: Celebrate what makes us unique and encourage everyone to be their best selves.

Drive: Make things happen by embracing challenges, avoiding shortcuts, and motivating others.

Togetherness: Be part of a supportive team, sharing successes and challenges alike.

Fun: Enjoy the journey, balancing dedication with enjoyment.

We are Zizzi. We are a family. It's never just me, always we — including our customers.