Kitchen Porter UK - Lancaster

Zizzi Ristorante; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Minimum-hour contract

Free meals on shift

50% off meals when off

Earned wage access (Stream)

24/7 Virtual GP

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on travel

Job summary

Zizzi Ristorante in Lancaster is hiring a Kitchen Porter to keep a busy kitchen running smoothly. You’ll wash plates and equipment, help with basic prep, and maintain high hygiene standards to ensure every plate shines.

No experience is required. Bring energy, a strong work ethic, and a team spirit. We offer flexible hours, minimum-hour contracts, free meals on shift, 50% off when off, and access to earned wages with Stream.

Qualifications

• No experience required; energy, work ethic, and willingness to get stuck in.
• Interest in food and busy Italian kitchen operations.
• Flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Team player who stays reliable and positive when busy.

Responsibilities

• Wash plates, cutlery, and kitchen equipment quickly and safely.
• Keep the kitchen spotless and maintain high hygiene standards.
• Assist with basic food prep and keep equipment clean and ready.
• Follow safety guidelines to keep the kitchen organised.
• Jump in to help teammates during busy times and maintain restaurant energy.

Job description

As a Zizzi Kitchen Porter, you'll create the organised, clean workspace that lets our chefs and food shine. We're looking for a reliable teammate who loves the fast-paced energy of a buzzing kitchen and knows that a spotless station is the secret behind every perfect plate. If you love food, being part of a kitchen team, and taking pride in standards, let's talk. What you’ll do:

• Wash plates, cutlery, and kitchen equipment quickly and safely to keep our high-volume services running smoothly.
• Help keep the kitchen spotless, making sure every station hits our strict hygiene standards.
• Assist the kitchen team with basic food prep and ensure all equipment is clean and ready when needed.
• Follow our simple safety guidelines to keep the kitchen organised and a great place to work for everyone.
• Jump in to help your teammates wherever needed to keep the restaurant energy high.
  Zero experience needed. Just energy, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to get stuck in.
• A genuine interest in how a busy kitchen works and a love for great Italian food.
• A hardworking team player who stays reliable and positive when the kitchen gets busy.
• Someone who takes genuine pride in maintaining high food safety standards.
• Flexible and ready to support the team during our busiest times, including evenings and weekends.
  What's in it for you:
• Flexible hours and the guaranteed stability of a minimum-hour contract.
• Clear pathways to train up to a Chef or Kitchen Management role.
• Access your earned wages whenever you need them with Stream.
• Free meals when you're on shift, and 50% off when you aren't.
• 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts on travel, cinema, and top brands.