Kitchen Assistant/ Night Porter (Eu Passport/Right To Work Only) at Inghams

What you will be doing

•    Assisting the Head Chef with all aspects of the kitchen operation, ensuring that the standards and quality of catering

•    Ensuring safety and cleanliness standards are maintained

•    Ensuring the kitchen complies with local legislation at all times

•    Working as a team during each shift to ensure excellent work practices and efficiencies

•    Always adhering to Health & Safety incl. COSHH legislation and Food Hygiene best practices 

•    Assist with the preparation of meals in accordance with the company’s set menu, following the guidelines and policies regarding food service and preparation

•    Completing all the washing up after each food service ensuring all crockery, cutlery & equipment are cleaned and stored

•    Ensuring all kitchen entrances, fire exits are clear of rubbish and pathways are regularly cleared of snow/ice

•    Assisting with catering deliveries when required and cross-checking orders and quality

•    Nightly duties will consist of being first point of contact and showing due diligence for all of your guests during the night. You will be manning the reception, conducting regular property fire, security & safety checks, breakfast preparation, upkeep of communal areas and any other hotel duties as allocated at beginning of shift

•    Attending the weekly staff meeting to ensure you are fully briefed on the following week’s arrivals and any other important information

•    Assisting with the cleaning, preparation and closedown at the end of the season

•    Assisting the Head Chef with any additional duties e.g. paperwork or administration.

•    Helping to ensure that guest expectations are exceeded

What type of person are we looking for

•    Previous experience working within the hospitality/catering industry in kitchens 

•    Previous Customer service experience

•    Enthusiastic, lively, sociable, friendly and a team player

•    Previous seasonal experience (desirable) 

•    Flexible and adaptable approach to roles, responsibilities and working hours