Kitchen Porter
- Employer
- The Grand Brighton
- Location
- Brighton, East Sussex
- Salary
- £8.30 per hour
- Closing date
- 31 May 2019
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- Sector
- Hospitality & Catering, Catering, Cleaner, Kitchen
- Function
- Cleaner, Hospitality
- Contract Type
- Permanent, Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
We are currently looking for committed and hard working individuals to join our kitchen team as Kitchen Porters.
Each of these positions reports directly to Alan White, our Executive Head Chef and is an integral part of keeping our kitchens running as required.
We are looking for individuals with a real interest in delivering outstanding hospitality, a energy and drive to succeed and a desire to be the best.
As a Kitchen Porter you will have the following responsibilities:
• To clean all kitchen utensils and other light equipment, storing such equipment in a tidy, safe manner, ensuring all items are easily located when needed and are clean and tidy ready for use.
• To clean all fixed items of equipment, tables, work tops and floors in the kitchens and food preparation rooms, to maintain them in a safe and clean condition.
• To keep all store rooms and refrigerators clean and tidy to the highest standard of hygiene, to enable food items to be stored safely.
• To ensure bins in the kitchens are emptied regularly and kept clean, all rubbish correctly disposed of.
• To assist the chefs, form time to time, in certain simple food preparation tasks as directed by the chef in charge.
• To report any emergencies or accidents to the Head of Department as soon as possible after they arise.
• To carry out any reasonable request made by the Head of Department or Supervisor.
In return for your passion and commitment, we offer a great package including meals on duty, up to 28 days holiday, complimentary gym facilities, a hotel recognition scheme, discounted use of hotel facilities, discounted and free hotel stays nationwide and a high street, local attraction and retail discount programme.
Company
About us
The Grand Brighton is an iconic Victorian property that is steeped in British history and stands centre stage on Brighton’s famous seafront. From the stunning sweeping spiral staircase and traditional period design, to the beautiful sea view rooms, a sumptuous day spa and the glamour of GB1 seafood restaurant, the Grand experience is treating yourself to the best.
Exceptional people deserve to be part of an exceptional experience.
A GRAND culture underpins our success…
Our way of life at The Grand makes certain an inclusive environment where individuals are understood, respected and diversity is embraced.
Our team’s individual personalities enrich the Grand experience!
We believe every team member’s voice matters and we encourage and trust honest opinion.
A forward-thinking team who never stands still ensure the success of a progressive business.
We understand our team have different roles, different experiences and different personalities; together we can do exceptional things.
Benefits
We believe in giving you the rewards you deserve. We think we’ve ticked all the boxes…..
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Complimentary gym facilities
- Meals on duty
- Grand Recognition Scheme (with rewards including free cinema tickets/annual pass, theme park passes, wine and champagne, Afternoon Tea, GB1 Dinner and Spa Experiences and much more!)
- Discounted use of hotel facilities including Restaurant, Lounge and Spa
- Entry into a draw to win a 2 nights mini break to Europe and beyond...
- Departmental and whole hotel team building and social events
- Hotel Recognition Programme - £100 per month Hotel Hero Awards
- Grand Hotel Awards
- Refer a friend scheme
- Long Service Programme
- Perks and Discounts App – including e vouchers, free and flash perks with Perkbox
- Staff rates and discounted accommodation at selected Hotels in UK. Staff rate £35.00 and Friends & Family £79.00 bed & breakfast
- Paid days off to volunteer
- Work place pension
- Life Assurance for all staff contributing to a Pension
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes – gym membership, IT, Childcare, Nursery, Holiday Buy and Sell Facility, Car Parking
- Employee Assistance Programme - Counselling – Legal – Health - Wellbeing
- Apprenticeships and on property training
- A personal development plan to match your career aspirations
Learning & Development
We offer exceptional learning opportunities where you are able to design your personal career path according to your aspirations and future goals. We encourage personal and professional growth andbelieve in nurturing everyone’s ability.
Let’s ignite your interest. Opportunities to grow include:
- Management Academy, including Commercial Strategy Awareness, Building Resilience, Performance Management, Business Ethics delivered by a range of sources; our leadership team, internal and external consultants
- A Mentoring Programme with a senior leader within the business, focusing on professional and personal breakthrough goals to help shape your career
- Supervisory Development Programme, covering team management skills, commercial and financial awareness, presentation skills, time management, coaching, influencing and leadership skills
- Food & Beverage Academy, a 9 month programme covering a series of practical “see, taste, do” workshops including: Land and Sea Supplier Visits - ranging from local farms, orchards, bakeries and coffee houses, to local breweries, vineyards and distilleries. Classic Food, Mixology and Wine/Spirit Qualifications. Exhibitions Visits and Activities. Practical and competitive challenges. Business driven Food and Beverage project
- Exceptional Hospitality Programme, focusing on our philosophy towards customer service in creating a personal and memorable experience for our guests
- NCFE E- learning in Business Administration, Customer Service and more
- NVQ’s & Apprenticeship
- ESOL English lessons
“I believe that the key to my success is not only the support and opportunity I have been given but also my job satisfaction. The Grand is a company which focuses on people and their progress in order to build a supportive work environment. The approach of my mentors is quite simple but yet effective; “tell me and I will forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” Kornelia Kuczer, Room Service Attendant to Receptionist to Reservations Manager
Through personal development programmes we are proud to have supported over 50 promotions and internal transfers over the past year!
Why work here? https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=Zb9ZDeobYGg
- Telephone
- 01273 224367
- Location
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The Grand Hotel Brighton
Brighton
East Sussex
BN
GB
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