Job Overview
We are looking for a hardworking and reliable Kitchen Porter to join our busy kitchen team at Langley Castle Hotel, a 4-star castle hotel with a 2 AA Rosette restaurant.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation.
The Role
As a Kitchen Porter, you will provide essential support to the kitchen team, helping to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently.
Your duties will include:
- Washing and cleaning crockery, cutlery, pots, pans and kitchen equipment.
- Keeping kitchen areas, floors, walls and work surfaces clean and hygienic.
- Operating the dishwasher and ensuring equipment is stored correctly.
- Assisting chefs with basic kitchen preparation when required.
- Emptying bins and maintaining waste areas.
- Receiving, moving and storing deliveries as required.
- Keeping the kitchen and storage areas organised.
- Following all food hygiene, health & safety and COSHH procedures.
- Supporting the chefs and wider kitchen team during busy service periods.
- Carrying out any other reasonable duties required to support the smooth running of the kitchen.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
- Able to work well as part of a team.
- Comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment.
- Able to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Physically fit enough to undertake the duties of the role, including standing for extended periods and moving kitchen equipment and supplies.
- Willing to learn and take direction from senior members of the kitchen team.
- Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment would be an advantage, but full training can be provided for the right person.
Pay: Up to £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hexham NE47: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
