Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant

Job Title

Position: Kitchen Porter

Reports to: Senior Kitchen Staff / Head Chef

Location: Aldwark Manor Estate, Aldwark, Nr. Alne, York, YO61 1UF

Hours of work: Full-time or flexible

Benefits:

• Apprenticeship and other development opportunities
• Gym and leisure use (from September 2025)
• Share of gratuities
• Hospitality Rewards platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free meals on duty
• Refer a friend bonus
• Free golf for yourself and discounted rates for friends and family
• Uniform provided
• Food and Beverage Discount of 20% when dining at our hotel

Aldwark Manor Estate is a privately owned hotel with golf, nestled in a picturesque village between York and Harrogate. Set in 200 acres of beautiful countryside, this luxury hotel offers a complete escape for both business and leisure guests and is a popular venue for weddings.

Recent renovations include bedrooms, restaurant, lounge, sports bar, and public areas. Upcoming projects include a new spa, leisure areas, conference rooms, and additional bedrooms.

Our values: “Never be ordinary” in our product, quality, or people, aiming to be “Always Aldwark” in guest and team expectations.

Main duties and purpose of the role:

• Cleaning and sterilising kitchen surfaces, walls, stoves, ovens, grills, and sinks
• Cleaning the kitchen after service to prepare for the next day
• Maintaining food storage areas like freezers and refrigerators
• Receiving and organising deliveries
• Washing dishes and loading dishwashers
• Disposing of kitchen waste properly
• Cleaning and maintaining cooking equipment
• Supporting basic food prep such as cutting, peeling, and washing ingredients
• Assisting other kitchen staff as needed

About Us

Since 1978, Aldwark Manor Estate has been synonymous with luxury. Surrounded by 185 acres of countryside, it offers elegant grounds, exquisite design, and memorable experiences.

We are an independent luxury hotel in Yorkshire, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome exceptional individuals seeking progression opportunities, including live-in roles for suitable candidates.

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