Job Summary
We’re looking for a friendly, reliable Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Porter to join our small catering team at Rockley Lodge. Our kitchen is based at our 60 bed Residential facility at Rockley Point. We provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner for up to 70 staff and clients each week.
This is a hands-on role is perfect for someone who enjoys working as part of a team and doesn’t mind rolling up their sleeves to help things run smoothly.
The catering team are at the heart of the centre - ensuring a high standard of food preparation, providing nutritious food, looking after clients.
Working Pattern: (this is a sample and is subject to change)
Monday: 1630 - 1930
Tuesday: 1200 - 1430 / 1630 - 1930
Wednesday: 1200 - 1100 / 1630 - 1930
Thursday: 1200 - 1100 / 1630 - 1930
Friday: 0900 - 1200
Key Responsibilities & Tasks
- Supporting the Chef team with the preparation and service of meals
- Washing up duties over meal times
- Helping deliver breakfast, lunch, and dinner to large groups of guests and staff
- Keeping the kitchen clean, tidy, and well-organised, including washing up and cleaning equipment
- Making sure food hygiene and cleanliness standards are always met
- Working safely in a high-volume kitchen within an outdoor activity centre setting
- Helping to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all staff and clients on site
- Following Rockleys safety procedures, policies, and operating procedures
- Taking part in induction and any required training
- Pitching in with general kitchen duties to support the wider catering team
Health & Safety
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and health & safety guidelines always
- Use kitchen equipment safely, especially in a marquee-style kitchen environment
- Report any hazards, accidents, or equipment issues promptly
Skills & Experience
ESSENTIAL
- A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to help
- Ability to work as part of a team in a busy kitchen environment.
- Good attention to cleanliness, hygiene, and safety
- Reliable, punctual, and happy to take direction
- Physically able to manage the demands of a practical, active role
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends
DESIRABLE
- Previous experience working in a kitchen, catering, or hospitality role
- Basic food hygiene knowledge or willingness to complete training
- Experience working with large groups or in a high-volume kitchen
- An interest in outdoor activity centres, hospitality, or seasonal work
Personal Qualities
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Good organisational skills & attention to detail
- Punctual, efficient
- Hard working
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work the shift pattern stated ?
- Are you available to start straight away ?
- Are you aware that this is a short term contract until the end of August ?
Work Location: In person
