Kitchen Porter | Fast-Paced Kitchen Support & Hygiene Hero

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Overtime opportunities

Career advancement potential

Consistent schedule

Job summary

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter/Steward to join a busy catering team in Mpumalanga. The role focuses on dishwashing, cleaning, hygiene, and supporting chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

You should be physically fit, able to stand long hours, and willing to work weekends; previous kitchen portering helps but is not required. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and a steady schedule with overtime opportunities, in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or cleaning role is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Reliable, punctual and with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain dishwashing machinery and ensure crockery is clean.
• Keep dishwashing area and kitchen surfaces clean and organized.
• Assist with general kitchen cleaning including floors and walls.
• Sort, store and maintain clean utensils and equipment.
• Manage waste disposal and recycling following regulations.
• Help chefs with basic food preparation when needed, like peeling vegetables.
• Ensure cleaning supplies are stocked and stored properly.
• Adhere to health, safety and hygiene procedures.

Skills

Team player

Physical fitness

Hygiene awareness

Follow instructions

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter/Steward to join a busy catering team in Mpumalanga. The role focuses on dishwashing, cleaning, hygiene, and supporting chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

You should be physically fit, able to stand long hours, and willing to work weekends; previous kitchen portering helps but is not required. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and a steady schedule with overtime opportunities, in a collaborative,