Job Overview:
INDBOHWe are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our team. The ideal candidate will help maintain a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring all kitchen equipment is properly cleaned, stored, and ready for use. The Kitchen Porter plays a vital role in supporting the kitchen staff and helping to maintain a smooth operation throughout the day.
Key Responsibilities:Cleaning & Sanitizing:
- Clean kitchen surfaces, floors, walls, and equipment to maintain a hygienic environment.
- Wash dishes, utensils, pots, and pans, ensuring they are returned to their proper places in a timely manner.
- Ensure all kitchen waste is disposed of properly and the kitchen area is kept clean and clutter-free.
Assisting Kitchen Staff:
- Assist chefs and kitchen staff with basic food preparation tasks (such as peeling vegetables or portioning ingredients).
- Help with the delivery and storage of food items, ensuring all items are stored according to food safety standards.
Stock Management:
- Assist in receiving deliveries and checking stock, ensuring that items are correctly labeled and stored.
- Keep track of kitchen supplies and notify the manager when stock levels are low.
Health & Safety Compliance:
- Follow all health and safety regulations, including proper use of cleaning chemicals, safety equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ensure the kitchen adheres to food hygiene and safety standards at all times.
General Support:
- Ensure all equipment is in good working condition and notify the manager of any maintenance issues.
- Support the kitchen team during busy periods, ensuring the kitchen runs efficiently.
- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic knowledge of food hygiene standards.
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Previous experience in a kitchen environment is a plus but not essential.