At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our kitchen sparkling clean and support our chefs with essential equipment.
- Company: Join a vibrant team at Dakota, known for positivity and growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts, bonuses, meals on duty, and mental health support.
- Other info: Flexible shifts and opportunities for career development await you!
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive culture while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in cleaning or cooking roles; enthusiasm and attention to detail are key.
The predicted salary is between 27800 - 27800 £ per year.
We are seeking a hard-working individual suitable for a cleaning-based role for the position of Kitchen Porter.
- PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Wash all pots, pans, crockery, glassware, and cutlery throughout the day
- Store and organize all clean items, ensuring the Chefs have all required equipment
- Carry out a clean down of the Employee Break Room daily and a deep clean of the Kitchen twice daily
- Ensure the Back of House areas are clear from obstruction and maintain the bin store areas, ensuring they are clean and cleared daily.
- Follow the correct waste disposal and recycling procedures, maintaining the waste storage area within the hotel.
- Follow health and safety procedures closely at all times particularly pertaining to the handling of waste and manual handling.
- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of safe chemical handling guidelines and best practice relating to the immaculate upkeep of food preparation areas.
- APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS
The successful applicant will have/be
- Have a minimum of two years working experience in a cleaning or cooking role.
- Hard-working individual who is able to work at pace.
- A reliable and dependable individual who is able to work well alone.
- Previous training in health and safety or chemical handling is beneficial but not required as this training will be provided upon starting.
- An enthusiastic individual who will promote our culture of positivity.
- Be task oriented with a great pride for the work they do and attention to detail.
- Flexible with shift patterns and available around the needs of our business.
- Successful candidates must demonstrate having researched our brand and a genuine desire to be part of our team.
WHAT WE OFFER
In addition to being part of a culture infused with positivity and opportunity for ongoing development, tangible benefits you could enjoy when you join our team include:
- FINANCIAL
- Special discounts on stays and dining at any Dakota
- Bonuses to recommend a friend to join our team and every time you are mentioned on Trip Advisor
- Additional holiday day on the first anniversary of your employment
- Meals on duty and uniforming
- WELLBEING
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program which includes free private mental health support and counselling sessions, video GP consultations and private prescription services, as well as access to daily rewards to be cashed out for shopping vouchers
- Support from our inhouse Mental Health Champions
- Family-friendly flexible working options
- Participation in meaningful initiatives such as Macmillan Cancer Support Coffee Morning and the Walk for Wellbeing, Supporting causes that matter while connecting with colleagues
- CAREER DEVELOPMENT
- Accredited, certified compliance training given on employment
- Access to a suite of external, certified resources via our Learning Management System
- Supportive continuous professional development culture with an annual appraisal and objectives, or a Personal Development Plan
- Opportunities to undertake both internal and external training courses, including potential for in-house Apprenticeships
Full terms on our benefits can be found in our Handbook.
APPLY
Please send us your up to date CV.
Kitchen Porter employer: Dakota Edinburgh
Dakota Edinburgh is an excellent employer that values its team members by offering a vibrant work culture and flexible evening shifts, perfect for those with daytime commitments. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring personal growth while working in a dynamic environment that prioritises exceptional guest service and teamwork.