Kitchen Porter

Green Apple; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Opportunity for growth into cooking roles

Job summary

Green Apple in New York City is hiring a Kitchen Porter to maintain cleanliness and organization in a high-volume production kitchen. This role is essential for ensuring food safety and sanitation standards in our DOHMH and HACCP-certified facility.

Responsibilities include sanitizing equipment, organizing storage, assisting the culinary team, and supporting event preparations. The ideal candidate will have physical strength and a reliable work ethic. Competitive pay offered with room for growth into cooking roles.

Qualifications

• Must work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds and move equipment.
• Understanding of food safety practices required.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize all cooking equipment and surfaces.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors and storage areas.
• Organize dry storage and cooler inventory.
• Assist with basic prep tasks during peak production.
• Manage waste disposal and recycling according to protocols.
• Receive and unpack deliveries, ensuring proper rotation.
• Support event load-outs by organizing equipment.

Skills

Ability to work on your feet for 8+ hours

Physical strength to lift 50+ pounds

Understanding of kitchen sanitation and food safety

Reliability and consistency

Willingness to learn cleaning procedures

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 since 2004, 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.