Kitchen Porter

Production Park is a unique support environment for the live events industry, one that unites technology, creative spaces and education.

We are looking to recruit a kitchen assistant to join our team at our brand new on site bar and café

The role includes:
**Duties**:

- Undertake all kitchen tasks, as requested by the Hospitality Manager and Chefs
- Complete all scheduled tasks within the required times
- Work as part of the team ensuring all staff are treated with dignity and respect
- Keep the kitchen clean to the required standard
- Fill in due diligence records daily
- Maintain good hygiene practices in the tasks performed as per infection control procedures
- Observe Health & Safety regulations at all times
- To assist with all catering services provided in the main Servery, at Centr stage or private functions and when required.
- To make sure all equipment & utensils used are in a safe, hygienic working condition, and report any areas of concern to your line manager or senior supervisors.

**Cleaning and H&S Compliance**
- To comply with all Food Hygiene and Health & Safety Legislation & COSHH Regulations, and develop a positive and proactive approach to training, administration & record keeping that may be necessary, and to always show due diligence.
- To maintain the cleanliness of all catering service areas including the Servery, centr stage, function rooms and back of house.
- To abide by all company and legal food safety standards.
- Ensure that all new procedures comply with food safety policy.
- All Employee relations issues are dealt both professionally and legally in a fair and reasonable manner.
- Must attend all H&S, Fire and Food Training (if necessary) as directed by designated Line Manager.
- Ensure that while you undertake your role you abide by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and safe systems of work appropriate to your role. In use of chemicals, it is your responsibility to comply by COSHH.
- Understand the importance of adhering to company policy with reference to Hazard spotting, first aid reporting, and reporting accidents.
- To have a complete understanding of company procedure in the event of a fire
- To maintain food preparation standards and cleaning of equipment when required

**Professional standards and expectations**
- Adhere to appropriate standards of dress, personal hygiene, timekeeping, and behaviour.
- To be positive & professional when communicating with members of our community and guests, always.
- To respond to guest queries in a timely and efficient manner - taking responsibility for dealing with issues to resolve them professionally.
- To undertake such duties as required from time to time that may be reasonably expected within the level of the role.
- To have a flexible approach to working hours and to be prepared to provide cover if requested.
- Work in co-operation with all the departments on site at Production Park. Develop and maintain effective working relations with colleagues.
- All Employee relations issues are dealt both professionally and legally in a fair and reasonable manner.
- The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. The post holder may be asked to take on different tasks as required, and all employees are expected to work collaboratively to support the overall work of the park.

**What we expect from you**:

- Passionate about working within hospitality
- Work well within a team ensuring all staff are treated with dignity and respect
- Taking pride in maintaining highest standards of cleanliness and safety
- Undertake regular training
- Create a friendly atmosphere

**What you can expect from us**:

- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Pension
- Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Enhanced Paternity Package
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Lunches Provided
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Free Car Parking
- Electric Car Scheme
- Staff development and training opportunities

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: £11.44 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 32 per week

**Benefits**:

- Bereavement leave
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: PPC Kitchen Porter