Kitchen Porter

Green Apple Catering; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Apple Catering in New York City is seeking a Kitchen Porter to keep the production kitchen clean, organized, and inspection-ready under a DOHMH license and HACCP certification.

You will wash equipment, sanitize surfaces, manage storage, assist the culinary team during peak days, and support event load-outs. This role requires physical fitness, reliability, and a willingness to learn our SOPs.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for 8+ hours in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Understanding of basic kitchen sanitation and food safety practices.
• Reliability and consistency — showing up on time, every shift.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize all cooking equipment, utensils, and prep surfaces
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, drains, and storage areas
• Organize dry storage, walk-in coolers, and freezer inventory
• Assist the culinary team with basic prep tasks during peak production
• Manage waste disposal and recycling according to facility protocols
• Receive and unpack deliveries, ensuring proper rotation and storage
• Support event load-outs by organizing equipment for transport

Skills

Physical strength

Standing long hours

Food safety

Reliability

Willingness to learn SOPs

Job description

Kitchen Porter — The Foundation of a DOHMH-Licensed, HACCP-Certified Operation

A catering kitchen that serves thousands of guests per week doesn't run on talent alone — it runs on discipline, cleanliness, and organization. Green Apple Catering & Events is hiring a Kitchen Porter who understands that food safety starts with a clean facility. You'll be the person who keeps our production kitchen operating at the standards required by our DOHMH license and HACCP certification. Every chef, every event, every client depends on the work you do.

Keeping a High-Volume Production Kitchen at Inspection-Ready Standards

As a Porter at Green Apple, you'll maintain the cleanliness and organization of our production kitchen, storage areas, and loading zones. This means washing equipment, sanitizing prep surfaces, organizing dry and cold storage, and supporting the culinary team during high-volume production days. It's physical work with real purpose — our ability to serve clients like Amazon and Morgan Stanley starts with the conditions in this kitchen.

• Wash and sanitize all cooking equipment, utensils, and prep surfaces
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, drains, and storage areas
• Organize dry storage, walk-in coolers, and freezer inventory
• Assist the culinary team with basic prep tasks during peak production
• Manage waste disposal and recycling according to facility protocols
• Receive and unpack deliveries, ensuring proper rotation and storage
• Support event load-outs by organizing equipment for transport

What This Role Requires

• Ability to work on your feet for 8+ hours in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Physical strength to lift 50+ pounds and move equipment as needed
• Understanding of basic kitchen sanitation and food safety practices
• Reliability and consistency — showing up on time, every shift
• Willingness to learn and follow established cleaning SOPs

Join a Kitchen That Values Every Role on the Team

Green Apple has operated in New York City, building a production kitchen that supports events for up to 3,000 guests. Our DOHMH license and HACCP certification require every team member — from the executive chef to the porter — to uphold strict sanitation and food safety standards. Porters at Green Apple aren't overlooked; they're recognized as essential to every successful event we produce. You'll earn competitive pay, work with a professional culinary team, and have the opportunity to grow into prep cook and production cook roles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical working hours for a Porter?

Porters at Green Apple typically work full-time shifts aligned with kitchen production schedules. Most shifts start early morning and run through the afternoon, though hours may vary based on event volume and seasonal demand.

Is this a kitchen-only role or will I work at events too?

This is primarily a kitchen-based role at our production facility. However, during large-scale events, porters may assist with equipment loading, venue setup, or on-site dishwashing depending on operational needs.

What sanitation standards does Green Apple follow?

Green Apple maintains a DOHMH food service license and follows HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) protocols. This means every surface, piece of equipment, and storage area must meet strict sanitation requirements — and the Porter plays a central role in maintaining those standards daily.

Is prior food service experience required?

Prior kitchen or food service experience is helpful but not required. What matters most is reliability, physical fitness, and a willingness to learn our cleaning procedures and food safety protocols. We provide training on all SOPs during onboarding.

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