An Talla is recruiting! An Talla is a busy café & retail destination on the banks of the Caledonian Canal at Dochgarroch Lock - 3 miles South on the A82 and part of Jacobite Loch Ness Cruises.
Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our busy kitchen team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen by maintaining cleanliness, assisting with food preparation, and supporting our chefs and kitchen staff.
This position is 30-40 hours per week between 9am - 5:30pm 5 days from 7.
This position is seasonal with the potential to become permanent.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain Cleanliness: Ensure all kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas are clean and sanitized.
- Dishwashing: Operate dishwashing machines and wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment manually when needed.
- Food Preparation: Assist chefs with basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients.
- Waste Disposal: Properly dispose of waste and maintain cleanliness in waste disposal areas.
- Stock Management: Unload deliveries, organise storage areas, and ensure food supplies are stored correctly.
- Health & Safety: Adhere to all food safety and hygiene regulations, ensuring a safe working environment.
- Support: Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and report any maintenance or repair issues to management.
- Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Chef or kitchen management.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a kitchen environment is preferred but not essential.
- Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a busy kitchen.
- Strong communication.
- Willingness to learn and take direction from senior chefs.
- Flexibility to work daytime shifts, including weekends.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate, above national minimum wage.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Friendly and supportive work environment.
- Staff meals and discounts.
- Discounted gym membership
- Free boat ticket allowance.
Provided to you:
- Dedicated Real Living Wage employer
- Soup or sandwich lunch while on shift
- 20% staff discount through-out An Talla (excluding some items)
- Free onsite parking
- Uniform
- Extensive training and career development opportunities
- Free tickets for Loch Ness by Jacobite cruise only options (annual allocation)
- Discounted gym membership.
Please provide a cover letter along with your CV to apply for this role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Inverness West IV3 8JG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
