Kitchen Porter

Jamie's Italian - Leicester Square
London

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Job details

Full-time
Up to £15.50 an hour
8 hours ago

Qualifications

Organisational skills
Leadership
Kitchen experience

Full job description

Kitchen Porter - Jamie's Italian UK

Location: Leicester Square, London

Employer: Brava Hospitality Group (Jamie's Italian UK)

Reports to: Head Chef and Sous Chef

Pay: £15.50 OTE

Role Purpose

The Kitchen Porter plays a vital role in supporting the kitchen operation by maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, organisation, and safety across all kitchen areas. Working within the Kitchen Porter team, ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently and safely, enabling the culinary team to deliver great food consistently.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain exceptional cleanliness of kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils to the highest standards

Coordinate washing of pots, pans, and equipment during and after service

Ensure the plate and pot wash areas function to high standards as required at all times

Support and maintain the highest standard of cleanliness and upkeep of all equipment

Support basic prep tasks when required and coordinate team support during busy periods

Ensure waste and recycling are handled correctly and efficiently

Monitor and report equipment maintenance needs

Support the kitchen team during busy periods and maintain workflow efficiency

Demonstrate efficient timekeeping, presentation and workflow as a role model for the team

Understand assigned task standards set out by Head Chef and company procedures and ensure team compliance

Standards and Professional Conduct

Follow all health and safety and food hygiene procedures and ensure team compliance

Have a thorough understanding of and adhere to Jamie's Italian regulations, in particular the policies and procedures relating to fire, hygiene, food safety and COSHH

Represent the company's high standards of personal presentation and behaviour at all times during a shift

Provide a friendly, courteous and professional service at all times

Report for duty punctually, wearing the correct uniform at all times, maintaining the highest standard in hygiene and grooming

Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and all departments

Contribute to the building of the team and efficient team spirit as well as having an active interest in employees' welfare, safety and development

Be flexible and extend job duties to carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities within the job capacity as assigned, including redeployment to alternative departments if required, to meet business demands

Attend meetings and training as and when required

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Proven experience as a Kitchen Porter in a high-volume kitchen environment

Leadership experience or strong supervisory skills

Reliable and hard working with an exceptional work ethic

Comfortable working in a fast paced environment and able to lead others through busy periods

Excellent attention to cleanliness, safety and detail

Strong ability to work as part of a team and motivate others

Good understanding of COSHH, health & safety and chemical knowledge

Thorough understanding of plate and pot wash service area operations

Ability to train, coach and develop team members

Organisational skills with ability to manage schedules and coordinate team activities

Working Hours and Flexibility

Due to the nature of hospitality, this role requires flexibility. The Kitchen Porter will be required to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays in line with the business rota and operational needs.

Apply today and help bring bold flavours, great food, and unforgettable moments to Jamie’s Italian UK.

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