Cafe Assistant - Head Office in Leicester

Overview

As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital rolein supporting the day-to-day operations of Pausa Coffee Shop, working Monday to Friday in our Dunelm Head Office, based in Leicester. You’ll ensure thekitchen and service areas are clean, hygienic, and well-organised, enabling theteam to deliver a great experience to every customer. This role is essential inmaintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency behind the scenes

Pausa Coffee Shop at the Store Support Centre isa welcoming space designed to provide high-quality food and drink to colleaguesand visitors. The team is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, andfriendly environment while supporting the smooth operation of the café. Thedepartment works closely with Facilities, Health & Safety, and People teamsto ensure compliance, wellbeing, and excellent service standards.

What you'll be doing

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work surfaces.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and cutlery using appropriate methods.
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries.
• Dispose of waste and recycling in line with company procedures.
• Support the team with basic food preparation tasks when required.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Work collaboratively with the café team to ensure smooth service.
• Report any maintenance or safety issues promptly

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

What we'll look for in you

• Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment.
• Food hygiene certification.
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.