At a Glance
- Tasks: Support kitchen operations and maintain cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join the Flour Pot Bakery team in Southwick Square.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience and develop essential kitchen skills.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities for growth in a friendly atmosphere.
- Why this job: Perfect for those who love teamwork and want to learn in a vibrant setting.
- Qualifications: Previous kitchen porter experience is required; must be hard-working and detail-oriented.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
This role is an excellent opportunity to learn about working in every area of the kitchen. You’ll be supporting both the kitchen and front of house, ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen and front of house is always to the highest of standards. You must be a fast learner, able to work under pressure and communicate effectively with other members of the kitchen team. We are always looking for friendly, enthusiastic, and approachable individuals to join our fantastic team! People who can build rapport with ease and continue to give our customers confidence in the fact that every element of their experience at the Flour Pot is being delivered by people that care.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
- Maintain a clean and tidy pot wash area at all times – in accordance to cleaning rota’s and schedules
- Pot wash for the pastry team equipment and front of house crockery
- Maintain a clean and tidy BOH and communal area at all times – including outside areas, staff toilets, walk in fridges, stair well and stock rooms
- Stock management - checking off and packing away deliveries
- Ensure that all allergen and food safety guidelines and procedures are followed at all times
- Promote, ensure and maintain a safe working environment at all times
- Develop a positive working relationship with the pastry team and front of house team
- Ensure that the kitchen is always fully stocked with cleaning and drying materials (including managing the laundry - this is supplied by the hub bakery)
- Carry out any other additional duties to assist with the smooth running of the kitchen and operation
Additional information:
KP experience required. Please note this is a production kitchen as well as a Flour Pot store, and so heavy lifting (moving stock and pastry equipment) and a fast pace is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required:
- Have a great attention to detail
- A willingness to learn and develop
- To display consistently high standards
- Ability to work to tight deadlines
- To be a positive and effective communicator within the bakery team
- To have a flexible attitude towards working hours and willing to assist in all areas of the operation
Personal Qualities:
- Highest levels of personal hygiene at all times
- Hard-working, self-motivated and works well under pressure
- Well organised, punctual and flexible attitude
- Honest, friendly and approachable
- Excellent communication skills
Kitchen Porter - Southwick Square, Southwick employer: The Flour Pot Bakery
At Flour Pot Bakery, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and supportive work culture where every team member is valued. As a Kitchen Porter in Southwick Square, you'll not only gain hands-on experience in a bustling production kitchen but also enjoy opportunities for personal growth and development within our friendly team. With a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety, we ensure that our employees thrive in a positive environment that encourages collaboration and camaraderie.
