Kitchen Porter - Casual

The Kitchen Porter will assist the Stewarding Supervisor, the back of house manager, Head Chef and Executive Chef. A vital part of the position is to keep food hygiene standards up by cleaning and helping organise the kitchen. It is also essential to maintain high staff morale, ensuring a good working atmosphere, productivity, and confidence levels with a highly motivated team.

The Kitchen Porter is responsible for their professional appearance and will be expected to display as per Sofitel grooming standards, wearing the full clean uniform at the start of each shift.

• General cleaning of all kitchen common areas, sweep and mop floors.
• Collecting and washing up pots and pans.
• Cleaning crockery & cutlery and ensuring food preparation sites are clean and ready.
• Cleaning the bin area once a day ensuring all refuse is in the correct place.
• Taking care of hotel assets and ensuring they are used and cleaned properly.
• Ensuring the storeroom remains organised.
• Making sure work surfaces, floors and walls are always clean and sanitised.
• Maintaining quality and quantity control in all aspects, from polishing to displays of product presented.
• Ensuring that the cleaning of the kitchen and staff food service areas is to the agreed standard.
• Understanding and complying with food hygiene regulations.
• Following Health and Safety Policies and Procedures in every aspect and being COSHH trained.
• Being trained to NVQ approved system if not already qualified.
• Ensuring that all equipment is clean and in good working order.
• Being appropriately dressed and looking professional.
• Ensuring and enforcing personal hygiene.
• Following all Health and Safety regulations.
• Ensuring all house rules are adhered to in all departments at all times.
• Being aware of and acting in accordance with Fire Safety Procedures at all times.
• Attending all statutory training as required by the company.
• Carrying out any reasonable requests made by a member of the management team.

• Basic Health & Safety awareness.
• COSHH knowledge or training.
• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience (desirable).

Discover a world of unparalleled perks tailored just for you: Competitive Salary, departmental incentives and a loyalty bonus of £1,300. Employee Benefit Card – Discounted rates at Accor properties worldwide. Free Stays in the UK or Ireland (4 nights/year) – Create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Sofitel Experience – Enjoy a luxurious night at our hotel, complete with a delightful breakfast. Complimentary Meals While on Duty. Special Rates in F&B, Rooms & Spa – Treat yourself to luxury at unbeatable prices. Be Part of the Largest Hospitality Group in Europe. Exceptional Training and Development Opportunities through Apprenticeship Program. Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 GP Access – Your well-being is our priority. Social Events and Activities.

Bring passion and dedication to excellence, and we will recognise your contribution with a variety of benefits, rewards and development opportunities. We also offer a range of wellbeing initiatives, including apps with content to help you feel at your best. Join us, and you can thrive as an individual as well as being part of a supportive and inclusive team.