Kitchen Porter

Baxterstorey is seeking a reliable and organised Kitchen Porter to join our team in Rochester, United Kingdom. As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in supporting our kitchen operations, ensuring that our facilities remain clean, hygienic, and well-organised. This is a permanent position offering the opportunity to work within a dynamic hospitality environment where your contribution directly supports our culinary team's success.
Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, including washing, sanitising, and storing kitchen equipment, utensils, and crockery • Prepare and maintain the kitchen environment in accordance with food safety regulations and organisational standards • Assist with the receipt, storage, and organisation of food and non-food supplies
Support the kitchen team by performing general duties such as peeling vegetables, portioning ingredients, and preparing items for cooking • Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including dishwashers and waste disposal systems • Manage waste disposal and recycling in compliance with environmental and health and safety guidelines
Respond promptly to requests from kitchen and catering staff, demonstrating flexibility and a supportive attitude • Report any maintenance issues, equipment faults, or hygiene concerns to the appropriate supervisor • Maintain excellent time keeping and reliability, ensuring consistent attendance and punctuality • Adhere to all health and safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment for all team members
Proven experience working in a kitchen or hospitality environment (desirable) • Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, with knowledge of HACCP principles • Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to obtain one (desirable)
Physical stamina and ability to lift, carry, and move items regularly throughout a shift • Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail • Strong time keeping and reliability with a commitment to punctuality • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, pressurised environment
Excellent people skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team • Effective communication skills and willingness to take direction • Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required • Commitment to maintaining high standards of personal hygiene and professional appearance

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No