Kitchen Porter

Job Introduction

About the Role

At Sodexo, we are passionate about everything we do, and we believe, that good food really has the power to bring everyone together!

We put our dedication to fabulous food in the spotlight, to showcase what our talented team can do, and we are looking for Kitchen Porter to join us at Emirates Lounge Manchester Airport

You’ll be playing a big part in keeping the kitchen hygienic, safe, and up to our very high standards of cleanliness. The industrial dishwasher will be your responsibility and you’ll be helping to transport, store and dispose of goods throughout your shift.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.

A few things about you

You'll have strong communication skills, and attention to detail second to none!

Experience as a Kitchen Porter isn't essential, what does matter to us, is taking pride in what you do. You'll also need a willingness to learn as there will be many opportunities to grow and progress your career with Sodexo!

Sodexo embeds a strong safety culture in everything we do. There will be company procedures to follow alongside our Health & Safety practises, so it is vital that you'll champion this.

Role Responsibility

• Ensure that the Company's and statutory regulations regarding hygiene, safety, and cleanliness are complied with and all tasks undertaken according to Safeguard
• Ensure the cleanliness standards of presentation of the back of house, front of house and all storage areas are excellent at all times
• Clean and maintain all kitchen equipment to maximize efficiency & prolong life 
• Clean allocated pieces of heavy catering equipment using instructions and cleaning materials including air filter and extraction systems.
• Operate industrial dishwashers in all catering areas
• Transport provisions, equipment and other catering related items as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working in a kitchen
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A flexible “can do” attitude
• The ability to multi-task within a fast paced environment
• Good understanding of customer care
• Able to provide 5 year employment referencing

Package Description

• 37.5 - 40 hours per week 
• £10.50 per hour 
• Shift work - 2 x early 5am - 13.30 and 2 x late 13.30 - 22.30
• 4 days on 2 days off 
• Many employee benefits, rewards and recognition.

About the Company

Why choose Sodexo?

Sodexo Live! is offering exciting opportunities to work at top venues delivering the highest standard of events across the country. As a company we provide catering on behalf of our clients at prestigious sites and events including Ascot Racecourse, The RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Brighton AMEX Stadium, Edinburgh Corn Exchange, Goodison Park, Hampden Park, Bateaux London, ACC Liverpool, Newcastle United football club, Blackburn Rovers , Henley Royal Regatta, Headingley Stadium, DW Stadium, Hamilton Park racecourse, Kent County Cricket Club, Beckenham, The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence, Assembly Rooms, Dundas Castle, The Wallace Collection, Royal Air Force Museum London, V&A Dundee, Royal Lytham &St Annes Golf Club, Emirates Lounges, Virgin Clubhouse and many more. 

To help us deliver the highest quality service we are looking for passionate, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. We have a range of positions available to set you off on the right track within Sodexo, so step up to the mark, be more than a spectator and become a part of our team.

Why choose Sodexo?

You don’t just join Sodexo, you belong.  
What do we mean when we say belong?
It’s simple. You create a company where everyone is respected and feels that their ideas count. You take care of the quality of life of your people. You make your workplace inclusive, encouraging people to bring their whole self to work every day. That’s our philosophy in a nutshell.  

A career at Sodexo won’t tie you down, it actively encourages your progress. The diverse range of roles we offer is truly infinite. Whatever your skills, experience or passion, you’ll be encouraged and supported to have a fulfilling career.  

We are committed to being an inclusive employer; we welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Working Parents, Sodexo Disability, So together, generations and origins. We have also launched Be Heard which is an employee network designed to bring black colleagues together (virtually) to bring about positive change.