Kitchen Support: Path to Chef via Academy

Holiday Inn; Chester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel stays

Retail discounts

Leisure club access

Personal and career development

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Kew Green Hotels in the United Kingdom is seeking a kitchen porter to help keep the kitchen running smoothly and support the team to deliver great food experiences for our guests. Reporting to the Kitchen Manager, you’ll be behind the scenes ensuring everything is clean, organised and ready for service.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills through our Chef Development Programme and progress toward a chef role should you wish.

Qualifications

• You're someone who takes pride in your work, enjoys being part of a team and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• We're looking for someone who brings:
• A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to get stuck in.
• The ability to work efficiently in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions.
• A team-focused mindset with a collaborative approach.
• A commitment to health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Reliability, resilience and a proactive approach to supporting the team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the kitchen team in delivering a positive and memorable dining experience for guests.
• Ensuring all crockery, cutlery, pots and pans are cleaned to the required standard.
• Supporting with basic food preparation when required during busy service periods.
• Supporting chefs by collecting ingredients, equipment or materials as needed.
• Receiving deliveries and ensuring all items are stored safely, correctly and in an organised way.
• Maintaining storage areas so that ingredients and materials are easy to access.
• Keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and ready for service, including end-of-day cleaning.
• Removing waste promptly.
• Using cleaning materials and equipment safely and responsibly.
• Following all health, safety and food hygiene standards at all times.

Job description

Kew Green Hotels in the United Kingdom is seeking a kitchen porter to help keep the kitchen running smoothly and support the team to deliver great food experiences for our guests. Reporting to the Kitchen Manager, you’ll be behind the scenes ensuring everything is clean, organised and ready for service.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills through our Chef Development Programme and progress toward a chef role should you wish.