About This Job
Overview
Join a dynamic kitchen team supporting food service operations by maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and efficient dishwashing. This role is hands-on, onsite, and ideal for reliable candidates with basic English communication and a willingness to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Dishwashing & Cleaning: Operate industrial dishwashers and hand-wash kitchenware, utensils, pots, pans, and glassware to meet hygiene standards.
- Sanitation & Waste Management: Ensure all kitchen surfaces, floors, drains, and equipment are cleaned and sanitized regularly; manage waste disposal and recycling according to procedures.
- Kitchen Support: Assist chefs and kitchen staff with basic food prep support (e.g., peeling, trimming, portioning) and timely delivery of clean items.
- Stock & Inventory Assistance: Receive, unpack and store deliveries; monitor and replenish cleaning supplies and dishware; report shortages.
- Equipment Maintenance: Clean and perform basic upkeep on dishwashing machines and cleaning equipment; report faults or safety hazards promptly.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety protocols, including use of PPE and safe chemical handling.
- Teamwork & Communication: Coordinate with kitchen staff to prioritize tasks during service periods and maintain a calm, cooperative attitude under pressure.
Skills & Qualifications
- Experience: Previous experience in a kitchen porter, stewarding, or similar role preferred but not mandatory; willingness to learn on the job.
- Language: Basic English communication skills (limited working) sufficient to follow instructions and safety procedures.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods, lift and carry moderate weights, and perform repetitive tasks in a hot, humid environment.
- Personal Attributes: Reliable, punctual, hardworking, and able to work flexible shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends or holidays as required.
- Attention to Detail: Strong focus on cleanliness, order, and adherence to hygiene standards.
- Certification (desirable): Food safety or hygiene certificates considered an advantage.
Apply if you are committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and supporting a smooth-running kitchen team.