Weekend Kitchen porter - Boreham Essex

Wshgroup; Boreham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Holroyd Howe in Boreham, Essex is seeking a reliable Weekend Kitchen Porter to support our kitchen team. You will help maintain cleanliness, organise equipment, and assist with basic food preparation to enable chefs to focus on service.

Weekend shifts require physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment. Applicants with prior kitchen porter experience are preferred, and good English communication helps with team coordination and safety

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar hospitality support role (desirable)
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding kitchen environment

Responsibilities

• Wash, clean, and sanitise all kitchen equipment, utensils, crockery, and glassware to the highest hygiene standards
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, including floors, work surfaces, and storage areas
• Dispose of waste and recyclable materials in accordance with food safety regulations
• Assist with food preparation tasks as directed by the kitchen team, including peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients
• Stock and replenish kitchen supplies and equipment as required
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment safely and efficiently
• Support the kitchen team during service periods to ensure smooth operations
• Adhere to all food safety and health and safety regulations at all times
• Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues promptly
• Work flexibly to meet the demands of weekend service

Skills

Food safety

Hygiene

Teamwork

English (basic)

Kitchen porter experience

Physical stamina

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and organised Weekend Kitchen Porter to join our team at our establishment in Boreham, Essex. This is a key support role within our kitchen operations, where you will play an essential part in maintaining our high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and efficiency. Working weekends, you will support our kitchen team by ensuring all areas remain spotless and well-organised, allowing our chefs to focus on food preparation and service delivery.

• Wash, clean, and sanitise all kitchen equipment, utensils, crockery, and glassware to the highest hygiene standards
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, including floors, work surfaces, and storage areas
• Dispose of waste and recyclable materials in accordance with food safety regulations

• Assist with food preparation tasks as directed by the kitchen team, including peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients
• Stock and replenish kitchen supplies and equipment as required
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment safely and efficiently
• Support the kitchen team during service periods to ensure smooth operations
• Adhere to all food safety and health and safety regulations at all times
• Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues promptly
• Work flexibly to meet the demands of weekend service

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Porter or in a similar hospitality support role (desirable)
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding kitchen environment

• Physical stamina and capability to lift, carry, and move heavy items regularly
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards
• Strong people skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Reliability, punctuality, and a professional attitude
• Willingness to follow instructions and take direction from senior kitchen staff
• Basic communication skills in English
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and workload demands

We pride ourselves on:

People first

We're a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients.

Great food, always

Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences.

Food education

We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.

Respect in everything we do

Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other.

Fresh thinking

New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.

In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.