San Carlo Hale are hiring a Kitchen Porter
Competitive Industry pay (based on salary & Tronc)
Our story
The Distefano family, spanning two generations, started San Carlo over 30 years ago and seen it grow to twenty-five authentic Italian restaurants across the UK – from Covent Garden, Piccadilly and Knightsbridge in London to Bristol, Leicester, Liverpool Leeds, Cheshire and Manchester and with a growing number overseas – including Kuwait, Bangkok and Qatar and with new sites set to open in Miami.
Colleague Benefits:
* Free Meals on Duty - Delicious, healthy meals, all free
* 50% Staff Discount - For you and your friends and family, in any of our restaurants around the UK
* Refer a Friend - Bring your friends and earn up to £1,000 per person
* Elevate Training Academy - Commitment to training and continuing professional development with our San Carlo training app
* Volunteering Days - Give back with dedicated volunteering days, making a positive impact in your community
* Squadra App - Offering you discounts and rewards with thousands of companies worldwide
* Wagestream - Access to earned pay at any point of the month
* Legal and Financial Advice - Free legal and financial advice for you and your family
* Colleague of the Month - Monthly recognition awards where all San Carlo colleagues are celebrated
* San Carlo Awards - Our annual San Carlo Awards, dedicated to celebrating the incredible talent and hard work of our colleagues
* Global Opportunities - The chance to work at one of our many international restaurants, from Dubai to Miami
* Best in Class Pension - San Carlo are partnered with an industry-leading pension provider, ensuring your hard work today supports your tomorrow
Key Responsibilities:
* Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment using proper cleaning and sanitising techniques.
* Clean and sanitise food preparation surfaces, storage areas, and equipment following hygiene standards.
* Loading/unloading dishwasher.
* Cleaning entire kitchen once it is closed to ensure it is ready for the next day.
* Empty waste bins and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and food storage areas.
* Support the kitchen team by taking deliveries, ensuring ingredients and supplies are properly stocked and readily available.
* Follow instructions from the kitchen staff to facilitate efficient workflow.
* Supporting the Chef in basic food preparation like cutting ingredients, peeling and washing food items.
* Providing assistance to Prep Cooks and other kitchen staff, as needed.
* Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of storage areas, refrigerators, and freezers.
* Properly handle and dispose of food waste, adhering to waste management guidelines and procedures.
* Comply with recycling and composting practices to minimise the environmental impact of kitchen operations.
* Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper use and storage of cleaning chemicals.
* Report any safety hazards, accidents, or equipment malfunctions to the supervisor immediately.
* Follow personal hygiene practices, including proper handwashing and wearing required protective gear.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
* Excellent communication skills
* Meticulous attention to detail, highly organised and capable of handling multiple tasks
* A proactive self-starter who can work independently with good judgement and minimal direction
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