Kitchen Porter

We are a family‑run UK business operating food and beverage outlets at airports, creating exceptional experiences for all our customers. The site has a lively, family‑friendly atmosphere, and our people are central to the success of our restaurants. As a Kitchen Porter, you’ll be a reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic team player, passionate about food and beverages and dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen. This is an hourly paid role, and shifts may include early morning starts (e.g., 4 a.m.) or late finishes (e.g., the last flight). There is no requirement for split or double shifts.

Your primary responsibility will be to maintain a high standard of kitchen hygiene and ensure expected standards are consistently met. You’ll assist in the smooth running of the kitchen by supporting the kitchen team in ensuring health and safety, food safety, and cleanliness are maintained to the highest levels.

Main Duties

• Maintain a high standard of kitchen hygiene and cleanliness.
• Assist in ensuring health and safety and food safety standards are met daily.
• Keep all food preparation areas clean and follow proper cleaning protocols.
• Help control kitchen food stocks and minimise waste.
• Ensure the daily cleaning rota is followed and maintained.

We are looking for outgoing and engaging team players who are eager to learn and committed to maintaining high standards in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.

To Be Successful In This Role, You’ll Have

• A good level of independent thinking.
• Willingness to learn about health and safety concerns in a kitchen environment and address or elevate them as needed.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• The ability to follow processes and maintain consistent levels of service.

Please Note All successful candidates will be required to:

• Provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
• Hold an Airport Security ID Pass, which we will assist with.
• The application process requires the production of a valid passport, a criminal record check, and five years of personal and employment references.

Salary & Benefits

• £12.15 per hour, applicable to all age ranges.
• Tronc (tips and gratuities distribution system) via an elected troncmaster.
• NEST pension.
• Free meals while on duty at the site, from the 'Staff Duty Meal' options.
• Health & wellbeing cash plan, also offering discounts and perks across hundreds of retailers.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and well‑being support from day one.
• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), increasing by 1 day a year up to a maximum of 32 days.
• Staff referral bonus scheme.

Equal Opportunities

At ARE Ltd, we recognise the value of diversity and inclusivity in fostering a truly remarkable experience for all our customers. Our commitment extends beyond retail to building a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives and experiences. We believe that embracing diversity in our teams enables us to provide exceptional service and innovation. We are dedicated to ensuring all our employees are treated fairly and equitably at work, with a strong commitment to promoting equity in both physical and mental health for everyone. To achieve this, we encourage applications from individuals of disadvantaged socio‑economic backgrounds, disabled persons, LGBTQ+ community members, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, and those with lived experiences of discrimination.

Accessibility and Adjustments

ARE Ltd is committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We strive to be as accommodating as possible to ensure all candidates can participate fully. If you have specific requirements or need adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please do not hesitate to get in touch. In your application, feel free to indicate your preferred pronouns (for example – she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc.) to help us better address and respect your identity throughout the process.