Weekend Kitchen Porter - Boreham Essex - Chelmsford

Holroyd Howe; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time hours (34 weeks)

3 volunteering days

3 grandparent leave days

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub & EAP

Free meals on shift

Career development & HIT Apprenticesh

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a reliable Weekend Kitchen Porter to join the kitchen team at New Hall School in Boreham, Essex. You will help maintain a clean, safe and efficient kitchen and support chefs during service, ensuring all areas stay hygienic and well organised. The role rewards punctuality, teamwork and a practical approach in a fast-paced environment.

Right to work in the UK is required. Training and meals on shift are provided.

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 high hygiene standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, including floors, surfaces, and storage areas.
• Assist with food preparation tasks as directed, stock and replenish supplies, and operate dishwashing equipment safely.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

English basics

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Following instructions

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter/Assistant to join the kitchen team at New hall school. This is a great opportunity to play a vital part in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment in a supportive, food-led Education setting., 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.

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.

• 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, Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other.
• 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 You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

Our mission is simple: To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

• Term time working ( 34 weeks annually)
• 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about
• 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training & development opportunities
• Pension & life insurance
• Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App
• Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance program
• Free meals while at work
• Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels