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Kitchen Porter
Job Reference SDX/TP/708902/156252
Package Description
- Competitive hourly pay
- Training and opportunities to progress within the kitchen team
- Staff meals and employee discounts (where applicable)
- Friendly and supportive working environment
Job Introduction
We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to support our Café at the Portrait Gallery, and restaurant kitchen team. This role is essential in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene, ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently during both café and restaurant service.
Main Responsibilities
- Wash and clean dishes, glassware, cutlery, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas, work surfaces, floors, and storage
- Ensure waste is disposed of correctly and recycling procedures are followed
- Help FOH team to clean the tables in the café
- Follow all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous kitchen or catering experience is beneficial but not essential
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced café and restaurant environment
- Strong attention to cleanliness and hygiene standards
- Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Flexible availability, including weekends
- Must have the legal right to work in the UK
About The Company
Heritage Portfolio is the sub-segment of Sodexo Live! that produces outstanding catering and event services for our cultural destinations. These include exceptional “in-house” café services in some of Britain’s leading visitor attractions such as V&A Dundee, The Signet Library, Portrait Gallery, private parties and dining, weddings and prestigious events.
Our mantra is “Never standing still” and as we grow and flourish in the world of bespoke events and venues, we remain true to our original ethos: to provide an amazing experience that goes beyond the remarkable food we serve. Therefore we are always looking for passionate, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team and take pride in the work they deliver.