Kitchen Porter

Excel Recruitment; Cork; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday pay accrual

Support from a dedicated recruitment

Opportunity to gain experience across

Job summary

Excel Recruitment is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter in Cork who will support busy kitchen operations on a temporary basis. The role offers hourly pay in the EUR14.15–EUR15.15 range and flexible hours, with weekly pay and opportunities to gain experience across Cork sites.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, punctual, and maintains high hygiene and safety standards, including HACCP and Manual Handling certifications.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy kitchen helps.
• Must hold HACCP and Manual Handling certifications.
• Strong cleanliness and hygiene standards required.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment thoroughly
• Keep kitchen and wash-up areas clean and organised
• Support chefs with basic preparation and service duties
• Dispose of waste and follow recycling procedures
• Adhere to food safety and health & safety procedures
• Work as part of a busy kitchen team to keep service running

Skills

Food safety knowledge

HACCP certification

Attention to cleanliness

Ability to work under pressure

Reliability

Flexibility to shifts

Education

HACCP certification

Manual Handling certification

Job description

Kitchen Porter (J48299) Cork, Republic of Ireland

Salary: EUR14.15 - EUR15.15 per hour + Flexible hours

We are currently recruiting a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to support busy kitchen operations across the Cork region on a temporary basis. This role is suited to someone who is hands-on, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining high hygiene and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment thoroughly
• Keep kitchen, back-of-house, and wash-up areas clean, tidy, and organised
• Support chefs and catering teams with basic preparation and service duties where required
• Dispose of waste correctly and follow recycling procedures
• Adhere to all food safety, HACCP, and health & safety procedures
• Work efficiently as part of a busy kitchen team to keep service running smoothly

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter, Catering Assistant, or in a busy kitchen environment is an advantage
• Strong attention to cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced setting
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards
• HACCP and Manual Handling certification required (training can be facilitated)
• Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented
• Flexibility to take on temporary and short-term shifts across Cork

• Weekly pay
• Holiday pay accrual
• Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
• Opportunity to gain experience across various kitchen and catering sites in Cork