Kitchen Porter

Windward Management Ltd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PRSA pension scheme

Career progression

Employee assistance programme

Digital wellness programme

Free meals on duty

Discounted rates

Employee recognition

Job summary

The Fleet Hotel in Dublin is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support the Head Chef and kitchen team. You will help maintain cleanliness, manage deliveries, and ensure proper storage and hygiene standards.

This role offers competitive pay, meals on duty, and opportunities for progression within the Windward group, with benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme and discounted rates for employees and their families.

Qualifications

• Flexibility with working hours is essential.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Good clean personal presentation is paramount.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• To assist the catering/catering team in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness in accordance with Food Hygiene Legislation
• Have responsibility for all cleaning duties within the food operation and also manage returns from the food outlets
• Follow a cleaning schedule and carry out tasks as directed by Senior Chefs
• Work to an agreed standard of hygiene practice as contained in the Kitchen HACCP manual
• To put all deliveries away and to ensure that they are transported to the appropriate storage area
• Operate equipment safely and to ensure it is in good working order
• Maintain all storage areas with regard to temperature, ventilation and cleanliness.
• Help ensure that all food items are stored under the correct conditions according to food type

Skills

Hygiene standards

Kitchen cleaning

Food safety

Team player

Job description

Kitchen Porter

Join our fabulous team at The Fleet Hotel as a Kitchen Porter

TheKitchen Porteris an important position working closely with the Head Chef & Kitchen Team.

About The Fleet

The Fleet Hotel is a wonderful boutique style Hotel located in the centre of Dublin on the edge of Temple Bar. It comprises of some beautiful period buildings including the iconic Bewleys Café, much loved by Dubliner’s for decades. The Fleet Hotel is synonymous with local Dublin history, before becoming the Fleet Hotel, 19/20 Fleet Street was home to Bewley’s Café which was established by Ernest Bewley in 1905. Bewleys were known to be one of the finest Tea Houses in Europe and a favourite with Dubliner’s for generations.

Kitchen Porter Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• To assist the catering/catering team in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness in accordance with Food Hygiene Legislation
• Have responsibility for all cleaning duties within the food operation and also manage returns from the food outlets
• Follow a cleaning schedule and carry out tasks as directed by Senior Chefs
• Work to an agreed standard of hygiene practice as contained in the Kitchen HACCP manual
• To put all deliveries away and to ensure that they are transported to the appropriate storage area
• Operate equipment safely and to ensure it is in good working order
• Maintain all storage areas with regard to temperature, ventilation and cleanliness.
• Help ensure that all food items are stored under the correct conditions according to food type

Key requirements for the role:

• Flexibility with working hours is essential within this role
• Reliable, hardworking and have the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen alongside a friendly efficient team
• Good clean personal presentation is paramount
• Ability to work on own initiative

About the role

Perks and Benefits of working at The Fleet Hotel

• Competitive rate of pay
• PRSA pension scheme
• Career progression opportunities across the Windward group
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Digital Wellness Programme
• Complimentary, high quality meals on duty including breakfast, lunch & dinner
• Discounted room & dining rates in Windward properties for you as well as friends and family
• Employee awards & staff recognition scheme including employee of the Quarter, team recognition days and random treat days

About Windward Management

The Fleet Hotel is managed by Windward Management.

Windward Management is a team of highly experienced hotel operators and investors with a hotel portfolio of approx. 2,000 keys* in Ireland and Continental Europe. Founded in 2007, Windward is a leading hospitality management company, managing and operating hotels on behalf of their owners.

Join Us Today as a Kitchen Porter!

About the company

Windward Management Limited is a trusted leader in hospitality management, renowned for delivering operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Dublin, the company specializes in managing hotels across Ireland, blending strategic expertise with personalized service. With a strong commitment to innovation, employee development, and quality, Windward Management offers an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about making a meaningful impact in the hospitality industry.

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