Kitchen Porter

Avoca Ireland; Dunboyne; On-site; EUR 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Professional Development

Health & Wellness Programmes

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Employee Referral Bonus

Family Friendly Policies

Life Assurance Benefit

Cycle To Work Scheme

Daytime hours

Job summary

Avoca Dunboyne is recruiting a Kitchen Porter to join our team. This part-time permanent role offers daytime hours and immediate start, supporting the kitchen with washing, cleaning and basic prep. You will work closely with chefs to maintain a clean, safe working environment.

The role requires reliability, good timekeeping, teamwork and the ability to work in a physically demanding kitchen. Weekend availability is essential to cover shifts and peak times.

Qualifications

• Cleanliness and organisation are essential for the role.
• Able to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Excellent timekeeping and reliability required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.
• Weekend availability is required.

Responsibilities

• Wash cookware, utensils and cutlery promptly and ensure items are ready for the next shift.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness in kitchen spaces, floors and counters.
• Keep food storage areas tidy and follow HACCP guidelines with a cleaning schedule.
• Use dishwashing machinery and cleaning chemicals correctly per training.
• Assist with food preparation and setup for the following day.
• Adhere to dress code and maintain high personal hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork & Communication

Timekeeping

Cleanliness & Organisation

Physical Stamina

Weekend Availability

Job description

Avoca is currently recruiting for a Kitchen Porter in our Avoca Dunboyne store. This is a part‑time permanent role for immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Washing all cookware, utensils, cutlery etc. in a timely manner and ensuring that all items are cleaned and ready for the next shift.
• Keeping all kitchen work spaces, floors, shelving, and counter tops at a high level of cleanliness and sanitization.
• Keeping food storage areas, fridges and dry stores clean and organized, following HACCP guidelines and a regular cleaning schedule.
• Using dishwashing machinery and cleaning chemicals correctly and in line with training.
• Food Preparation including chopping vegetables or helping chefs set up the kitchen for the following day.
• Wearing appropriate clothing/footwear and adhering to high standards of personal hygiene.

Requirements

• Cleanliness/Organisation is essential in this role
• Experience working in a physically demanding environment
• Excellent timekeeping is a key requirement
• Effective teamwork and communication skills is essential
• This is a full‑time position and requires weekend availability

Why work with us?

We're always on the lookout for likeminded folks to join our merry band of men and women. So, apart from coming to work with your amazing teammates every day, we also offer the following benefits:

• Daytime only hours
• Pension Scheme
• Professional Development
• Health & Wellness Programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Family Friendly Policies
• Life Assurance Benefit
• Cycle To Work Scheme