Kitchen Porter

Aramark; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Cork is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Kitchen Porters to join our team. This full-time role offers a 39-hour week across 5 days out of 7, with shifts that may vary by business needs.

You will help maintain HACCP-compliant food hygiene standards, assist with deliveries, storage, and service-area preparation, and contribute to a clean, efficient kitchen. A strong team mindset and good English are essential.

Qualifications

• Interest in food, hospitality, and customer service.
• Experience in hospitality, catering, or kitchen environment is desirable.
• Experience working effectively as part of a team.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene standards, including HACCP principles.
• Strong communication skills and understanding of English.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food hygiene and safety regulations are followed, HACCP included.
• Receive and check deliveries, ensuring high-quality produce.
• Store food correctly and rotate stock (FIFO).
• Prepare service areas for daily operations.
• Carry out kitchen and equipment cleaning duties.
• Monitor and record temperatures accurately.
• Ensure proper storage of food items after service.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and appearance.
• Support Health & Safety policies and report hazards.
• Assist in other kitchen units during quieter periods as needed.
• Support colleagues and contribute to smooth operations.

Skills

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Communication

English proficiency

Fast-paced

Job description

Aramark is currently recruiting for enthusiastic and reliable Kitchen Porters to join our team at our client site in Cork. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a passion for food service and hospitality who enjoy working as part of a busy team environment.

The successful candidates will work a full-time schedule of 39 hours per week, 5 days over 7, and must be fully flexible as shifts may vary depending on business requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure all food hygiene and safety regulations are adhered to, with particular attention to HACCP standards.
• Receive and check food deliveries, ensuring only produce of the highest quality is accepted.
• Ensure all food is stored correctly in line with food hygiene regulations and FIFO (First In, First Out) stock rotation procedures.
• Prepare service areas and service points for daily operations.
• Carry out cleaning duties associated with kitchen areas, service equipment, and furniture.
• Monitor and record food and equipment temperatures accurately.
• Ensure the correct storage of food items and equipment after service.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, appearance, and uniform presentation.
• Comply with and support the implementation of Aramark's Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Identify and report any health and safety hazards within the kitchen and surrounding work areas.
• Assist in other onsite kitchen units during quieter periods as required.
• Support colleagues and contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the department.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• A keen interest in food, hospitality, and customer service.
• Previous experience in a hospitality, catering, or kitchen environment is desirable.
• Experience working effectively as part of a team.
• Good knowledge of Food Hygiene standards, including HACCP principles.
• Strong communication skills with a good understanding of English.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Reliable, flexible, and willing to support the wider team when required.
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.