Weekend Kitchen Porter

Classic Lodges; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Harrogate is looking for a dedicated Weekend Kitchen Porter to support their busy kitchen. This role involves maintaining cleanliness and assisting the kitchen team with food preparation. No previous experience is required; a positive attitude and reliability are essential. The position offers competitive hourly pay, training opportunities, staff meals, and discounts at company properties, along with a friendly working environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Share of gratuities

Opportunities for training

Staff meals while on shift

Team member discounts

Uniform provided

Inclusive and friendly environment

Staff recognition awards and events

Qualifications

• No previous kitchen experience required; willingness to learn essential.
• Reliable and punctual; able to work weekends and holidays.
• Good level of physical fitness; able to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen area and utensils are clean and hygienic.
• Support with basic food preparation tasks when required.
• Safely operate dishwashing machines and manage crockery flow.
• Assist with kitchen waste removal and maintain safety standards.
• Replenish cleaning materials and support store room organisation.

Skills

Positive attitude

Ability to follow instructions

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

The Old Swan Harrogate is looking for a dedicated and motivated Weekend Kitchen Porter to support our busy kitchen team. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who takes pride in maintaining a clean, efficient kitchen and wants to be part of a friendly hospitality environment in Harrogate.,

• Ensure the kitchen area, equipment, and utensils are kept clean and hygienic at all times through regular washing, cleaning, and organising.
• Support the kitchen brigade with basic food preparation tasks when required, following all food hygiene regulations.
• Safely operate dishwashing machines and manage the flow of crockery, pots, pans.
• Assist with the removal and disposal of kitchen waste and recycling, maintaining environmental and safety standards.
• Replenish cleaning materials and support with general store room organisation.
• Work as part of a close-knit team to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen operation across busy weekends.
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures, reporting issues promptly to the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager.
  No previous kitchen experience required; a positive attitude and willingness to learn on the job are essential.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work weekends and bank holidays as part of a rota.
• Good level of physical fitness and able to stand for extended periods.
• Team player with effective communication skills, able to follow instructions and work independently as needed.
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
  Competitive hourly pay and share of gratuities.
• Opportunities for kitchen and hospitality training and ongoing development.
• Staff meals while on shift.
• Team member discounts on accommodation, food, and drink at our hotels.
• Uniform provided.
• Inclusive, supportive, and friendly working environment.
• Staff recognition awards and team social events.