Kitchen Porter

Job Description

Baxterstorey is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Porter to join our team in Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom. As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and efficiency of our kitchen operations, ensuring a smooth workflow for our culinary team.

• Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas to maintain high hygiene standards
• Dealing with deliveries bringing in stock and putting it away.
• Operate dishwashing machines and handle manual washing of pots, pans, and other kitchen items
• Assist with basic food preparation tasks as directed by the kitchen staff
• Organise and store kitchen supplies and equipment in their designated areas
• Empty and clean waste bins, ensuring proper disposal of rubbish
• Support the kitchen team by replenishing supplies and assisting with deliveries
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards
• Maintain a clean and tidy kitchen environment throughout the shift
• Report any faulty equipment or maintenance issues to the supervisor
• Assist with additional kitchen duties as required

Qualifications

• Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods
• Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and safe handling of cleaning chemicals
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and utensils
• Understanding of basic food hygiene and safety practices
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Previous experience in a similar role or kitchen environment is desirable but not essential
• Willingness to learn and take direction from kitchen staff and management

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

Salary: Up to £28,000