At Lounge, you'll be joining a team of passionate individuals who love real cooking—fresh, customer-led, and made with high-quality ingredients. As a Kitchen Porter, you'll ensure all kitchen cleaning and food preparation standards are maintained at the highest level, supporting our talented chefs to ensure every customer leaves satisfied. Your role is essential; without you, the kitchen cannot operate smoothly. You'll assist the Head Chef in managing a clean, organized kitchen and step in to help the team deliver freshly cooked food on time and to standard. Simple!
Responsibilities:
* Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen
* Assist in food preparation and supporting the kitchen team
* Ensure compliance with food safety and allergen regulations
Requirements:
* A passion for hospitality
* Driven and resilient, able to overcome challenges
* Good communication skills to build rapport and trust
* Self-motivated, able to work efficiently under pressure
* Knowledge of food safety, allergens, and kitchen essentials
Benefits:
* Shared tips based on hours worked
* Paid breaks and staff meals on every shift
* 50% discount on food and drinks (including alcohol) from day one across all our brands—Lounge, Cosy Club, and Brightside
* 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), pro-rata
* Competitions and incentives, including trips
* Christmas and Boxing Day off
* Staff events like Loungefest
* Support via the Licenced Trade Charity
* Access to Wagestream for flexible pay
* Company pension scheme
* Long service awards
* Opportunities for personal development and career growth
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