Overview
We are looking for a reliable, hardworking individual to join our kitchen team as a Kitchen Porter and become an important part of our family-run restaurant.
Being family-run is at the heart of who we are. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone works together and looks out for one another.
This is a hands-on role in a busy and lively kitchen, where no two shifts are the same. The role will include a mixture of daytime, evening and weekend shifts, so flexibility and availability to work evenings and weekends is essential. You’ll play an important role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly and supporting the chefs throughout service.
Duties
· Washing dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment efficiently throughout service
· Keeping the kitchen, washing-up area and equipment clean and tidy
· Supporting the chefs with basic food preparation when required
· Ensuring clean equipment, crockery and utensils are available when needed
· Emptying bins and maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen
· Helping with deliveries, stock movement and putting items away
· Following food hygiene, health and safety procedures at all times
· Supporting the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient services
Experience
· Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is preferred but not essential
· A hardworking, reliable and positive attitude is more important than previous experience
· Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
· Good attention to cleanliness and hygiene
· Ability to work as part of a team and support colleagues
· Willingness to learn and take direction
· Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays when required
· Food hygiene experience is beneficial, but training will be provided
What we can offer you
We believe hospitality should be a two-way relationship. In return for your hard work, commitment and contribution to the team, we want to provide a workplace where you feel valued and supported.
· Tips – all tips are shared out between the team fortnightly.
· Holidays – 28 days of annual leave minimum. Business closed over Christmas/New Year period included in holiday allowance.
· A genuine family-run business – You’ll be part of a close-knit team where everyone plays an important role.
· Pension scheme – enrolment in our workplace pension scheme.
· Training and development – We’ll help you build your skills and knowledge within the hospitality industry.
· Staff benefits and discounts – Enjoy benefits as part of the Knights Table team with discounts on food, drink and our campsite.
· Meals on shift – on your break enjoy free meals prepared by our kitchen team.
· Flexible working – We’ll work with you wherever possible to accommodate your availability alongside the needs of the business.
· A voice in the business – As a family-run operation, we value ideas and feedback from our team.
Why join us?
This is more than just a job in hospitality. As a family-run restaurant, we want our team to feel like part of the family. We look after each other, work together and take pride in creating a kitchen where everyone plays their part.
If you're hardworking, reliable and enjoy being part of a close-knit team, we'd love to hear from you.
