Kitchen Porter

Manchester Arndale; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a dedicated kitchen assistant to ensure cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen. Responsibilities include cleaning, dishwashing, and assisting with food preparation. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational and time management skills, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Commercial kitchen experience is valued but not essential.
• Food hygiene course at Level 2 is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitising kitchen areas and equipment.
• Receiving and unpacking deliveries, checking orders.
• Assisting with food preparation when needed.

Skills

Time Management

Organisational Skills

Customer Service

Education

Catering and Hospitality Certificate

City & Guilds Certification

BTEC

NVQ

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

Shift Pattern:Varied - 5 in 7

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Cleaning and sanitising all preparation and storage areas, kitchen walls, stoves, sinks, ovens, and grills
• Washing dirty dishes, cutting boards, utensils, and cooking equipment and ensure that all cookware, utensils, and cutlery are clean and ready for service
• Receiving, unpacking all deliveries and checking the delivery against what has been ordered and highlight any discrepancies to the site manager
• Ensure that the food and supply storage areas are organised
• Be responsible for removing the rubbish and emptying of bins, waste, and recycling in the kitchen
• Assisting with food preparation when needed

What are we looking for?

• Commercial kitchen experience is highly valued but not essential
• Ideally you will possess a basic Catering and Hospitality certificate such as Food Handling or equivalent is desired but not essential as we can provide this for you
• Excellent time management skills and can work under pressure
• Excellent organisational skills are also important
• Can stand for extended periods is often necessary due to the physical nature of the job

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK
• City & Guilds certification, BTEC, or NVQ at a basic level is require
• Additionally, completing a food hygiene course at Level 2 would be desirable
• Excellent customer service skills are essential
• Good time-management and organisational abilities

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.