Kitchen Porter Supervisor
About the job
- 1–3 years of experience in the hospitality industry.
- Intermediate written and verbal communication skills.
- Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office and basic mobile app usage.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Organizational skills and the ability to work independently, set deadlines, and deliver quality results.
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
- Lead by example by working alongside the porter team during shifts.
- Delegate daily duties and ensure tasks are completed to the required standard.
- Provide guidance, coaching, and on-the-job training to new and existing porters.
- Conduct pre-shift briefings when required and maintain clear communication.
- Monitor porter performance and report concerns to management.
- Comply with Health and Safety at Work regulations, including COSHH and Manual Handling, and attend required training sessions.
- Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and grooming.
- Assist in preparing and distributing operating equipment for functions, inventories, and other requirements.
- Oversee cleaning and dishwashing operations during service.
- Keep back-of-house areas, including dish wash, pot wash, bin areas, stores, locker rooms, corridors, and event spaces, clean, safe, and well-organised.
- Support stock rotation using FIFO, chemical checks, and delivery storage.
- Ensure waste segregation and recycling standards are followed.
- Cover porter tasks during staff shortages or peak service times.
- Ensure porters follow COSHH guidelines and use chemicals correctly.
- Check PPE usage and report shortages or damaged items.
- Monitor compliance with hygiene, food safety, and fire safety standards.
- Report hazards, accidents, or equipment faults immediately to managers.
- Ensure daily and weekly cleaning checklists are completed, signed off, and properly filed.
About the company
Accor is a global hospitality group with brands spanning economy to luxury. It earns revenue from room bookings, food and beverage, and management fees from franchised properties, while providing hotel management and franchising services. The company grows through acquisitions and investments, such as Adoria for catering and Squarebreak for upscale villa rentals, combining global expertise with local know-how. Its goal is to expand its footprint while delivering consistent, responsible guest experiences and advancing sustainability across its operations, supported by its loyalty program A Club.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
Founded
1967
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- American Express expanded ALL Accor globally on July 22, 2026, widening acquisition channels.
- Accor opened 109 hotels in H1 2026, and plans 350 openings during 2026.
- H1 2026 recurring EBITDA rose 6.5% despite disruption, showing pricing and cost discipline.
What critics are saying
- Reuters reported Grizzly Research trafficking allegations on March 19, 2026; trust damage persists.
- Middle East conflict cut Q2 room revenue on July 30, 2026, hurting UAE demand.
- Net debt hit €3.523 billion in H1 2026; Essendi impairment signals balance-sheet pressure.
What makes All Accor unique
- ALL Accor reached 100 million members and drives twice-frequent stays.
- Accor spans 45 brands across 110 countries, reducing reliance on any single market.
- Its asset-light model pairs 268,000-room pipeline with luxury brands like Raffles and Orient Express.
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Benefits
- Employee Discounts
- Professional Development Budget