Kitchen Porter

Role overview

Cavan Crystal Hotel, a 4-star luxury property on Dublin Road in County Cavan, is looking for a Kitchen Porter to become part of its kitchen team. The hotel sits in the heart of the lake county and is well placed near a range of local tourist attractions. This role is central to keeping kitchen operations running smoothly so chefs and other team members can focus on food preparation and service.

The position requires someone who can work efficiently, uphold strong cleanliness standards, and cooperate closely with the wider kitchen team. The working pattern is 3 to 5 shifts each week.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef and support the kitchen porter team in day-to-day duties.
• Help assign tasks to team members and make sure work is completed to a high standard.
• Arrange sufficient supplies of stock and cleaning materials.
• Keep clean dishes, glassware, cutlery, pots, and other essentials available for all hotel outlets.
• Operate the dishwashing equipment to clean dishes, cutlery, and glassware.
• Help maintain HACCP standards throughout kitchen operations.
• Keep the kitchen department clean and orderly.
• Support the kitchen team with routine cleaning tasks in line with standard procedures.
• Follow all required safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices.

Requirements

• Experience in a kitchen or a similar environment is preferred.
• Previous team leadership experience would be an advantage.
• Prior exposure to HACCP procedures is required.
• Strong attention to detail is essential.
• Applicants must be flexible with working hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• A basic command of English is required.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Perks and benefits

• Competitive hourly pay, with salary based on experience.
• PRSA pension scheme.
• Enhanced maternity leave.
• Savings scheme.
• Discounted leisure centre membership, plus complimentary access after the qualifying service period.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Digital wellness programme.
• Complimentary high-quality meals while on duty.
• Free barista-style coffee.
• Reduced rates across Windward properties for employees, friends, and family, plus food and beverage discounts.
• Refer-a-friend scheme.
• Training and development support focused on career growth.
• Employee awards and recognition, including employee of the month, team recognition days, and random treat days.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Guest review incentives.

Eligibility

This opening is for candidates with kitchen or similar hospitality experience, basic English ability, HACCP knowledge, and the flexibility to work varied shifts including mornings, evenings, and weekends. It is a part-time, on-site role based at Cavan Crystal Hotel in Cavan, County Cavan, Ireland.

Additional information

Cavan Crystal Hotel is operated by Windward Management, a hospitality management company founded in 2007 and based in Dublin. The business manages a hotel portfolio of approximately 2,000 keys across Ireland and continental Europe.

Windward Management focuses on delivering high-quality guest experiences while supporting owners with operations, marketing, and financial management. Its workplace culture emphasizes respect, collaboration, innovation, work-life balance, and professional development.

Closing date: Sunday 5th July, 2026.

Contract type: part-time.

Salary: based on experience.