Join Our Team as a Kitchen Porter at Great Yarmouth Racecourse
As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen, assisting with food preparation, and supporting our chefs during busy service periods. You will be the backbone of our culinary operations, ensuring that everything runs like clockwork.
This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about food and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Whether you are looking to start your career in the hospitality industry or seeking a new challenge, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Your enthusiasm and commitment to excellence are what we value most!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Ensure guests receive the highest standard of customer service at all times.
2. To promote a happy and welcoming atmosphere within the venue.
3. Keep the area of work and public areas clean and tidy before, during and after opening hours and to undertake cleaning duties as required – paying particular attention to Health and Safety and COSHH Guidelines.
4. Operate the plate wash and pot wash machines, and carry out daily maintenance and cleaning.
5. Ensure that all kitchen equipment is cleaned and well maintained.
6. Use of chemicals in a safe manner including the use of PPE where required.
7. Assist in the culinary team.
8. Collect and distribute stores and/or prepared food as directed.
9. Assist in stock rotation and the safe storage of food in line with Health and Safety regulations.
10. Accept deliveries and report any issues or discrepancies to the Head Chef/Senior Sous Chef immediately.
11. Complete associated paperwork as required.
12. Handle cash, stock and equipment in a secure manner.
13. Act as an information point for customers.
14. Record wastage in line with venue procedures and dispose of rubbish in line with any onsite recycling initiatives.
15. Adhere to Company policies and procedures.
16. Undertake other reasonable duties in line with business demands.
SKILLS AND QUALITIES
17. Be smart, polite, professional and well presented at all times.
18. Excellent verbal communication and customer care skills.
19. Flexibility and adaptability.
20. Demonstrate a passion for quality service and standards.
21. Strong interpersonal skills – friendly, confident, outgoing.
22. Strong numerical and literacy skill.
23. The ability to handle difficult or conflict situations.
24. The ability to adopt the values of Arena Racing Company.
25. The ability to work with a smile on your face whatever the weather.
26. To work with honesty and integrity.
27. Experience working in a team within a hospitality environment.
Our Kitchen Porters will need to be available for the below shifts and the possibility for additional work before and after the event date.
April 11th. 21st and 30th
• May 13th, 20th and 28th
• June 10th, 11th and 26th
• July 2nd, 8th, 15th, 23rd and 28th
• August 2nd, 5th, 14th and 30th
• September 15th, 16th, and 17th
• October 5th, 12th and 20th
In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer opportunities for career progression, and the chance to be part of some of the most exciting events in the racing calendar. You will work alongside a friendly and supportive team, where your contributions will be recognised and appreciated.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. If you are ready to make a difference and join a team that shares your passion for hospitality, we would love to hear from you!