Kitchen Porter

Position Overview

BaxterStorey Ireland is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Porter to join our team full-time at our Páirc Uí Chaoimh location in Cork. This permanent role involves maintaining an impeccably clean and well-organised kitchen environment to ensure smooth operations and exceptional hospitality experiences.

Role Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen tools manually and with industrial dishwashers.
• Sanitise kitchen surfaces, counters, and food prep areas regularly to maintain hygiene standards.
• Empty waste bins and manage proper disposal of rubbish.
• Support chefs by assisting with simple food prep tasks such as peeling, chopping, and slicing ingredients.
• Help receive, store, and organise kitchen supplies and inventory effectively.
• Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organized, and equipment is kept in good working order, aligned with health and safety regulations.
• Manage incoming and outgoing goods as needed.

Candidate Qualifications

• Physical endurance to stand for long periods and lift heavy items.
• Keen eye for detail with the ability to accurately follow instructions.
• Foundational understanding of kitchen equipment and sanitation is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well within a team.

Benefits and Additional Perks

• €14.50 hourly wage.
• 39 hours per week, scheduled over 5 days.
• 20 days annual holiday and a paid day off on your birthday.
• 3 volunteering days and 3 days grandparent leave.
• Enhanced maternity leave of 26 weeks.
• Secondary carer leave and wedding/commitment day leave.
• Complimentary meals while on shift.
• Customized training and career progression opportunities.
• Discounts through a Perkbox app on high street shops, holidays, and cinema tickets.
• Access to a wellbeing hub and employee assistance program.
• Cycle to work scheme available.

Company Culture and Additional Information

BaxterStorey has a rich history spanning nearly two decades delivering remarkable hospitality in diverse venues such as offices, stadiums, cathedrals, and universities. Our commitment to nurturing talent means you'll be supported in an inclusive environment valuing diversity and growth. We prioritize work-life balance to help team members excel.

Our core values include being visionary by innovating constantly, fostering positivity, embracing diversity through collaboration, and maintaining environmental and community consciousness.

We welcome applicants who demonstrate motivation and a willingness to learn, even if all requirements are not met initially. BaxterStorey is firmly committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in its workforce, aiming to create the most inclusive hospitality culture.