Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our team in Southampton, United Kingdom. As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and efficiency of our kitchen operations, ensuring a smooth workflow for our culinary team.
* Maintain the cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, work areas, and store rooms to the highest standards
* Assist chefs with basic food preparation tasks and manage stock deliveries
* Operate dishwashers and implement proper sanitation practices throughout the kitchen
* Adhere to health, safety, and hygiene regulations at all times
* Support the kitchen team in daily operations and setup for service
* Organise and store kitchen supplies and equipment efficiently
* Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure a clean and safe working environment
* Assist in maintaining inventory levels and report any shortages to the kitchen manager
* Perform any additional tasks as required to support the smooth running of the kitchen
Qualifications
* Strong attention to detail and a thorough understanding of hygiene practices
* Excellent team player with a positive and flexible attitude
* Physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items when necessary
* Basic numeracy skills for assisting with inventory management
* Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Previous kitchen experience or relevant training is beneficial but not essential
* Willingness to work in various catering environments, including high-profile settings
* Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions accurately
* Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
Additional Information
For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.
We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.
Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.
Join us, and be part of the food revolution!
BaxterStorey Values:
ALWAYS VISIONARY
We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.
WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE
We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.
CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE
We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.
FOREVER CONSCIOUS
We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.
Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.
BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.
Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.