Franchise Hotel - Kitchen Assistant

About Us

Who are Kew Green Hotels? 

Kew Green Hotels is a rapidly expanding global company, with a diverse portfolio across leading hotel chains, including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Hilton, what unites us all is our values.  Please view our website for more details. 

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Your day to day

The role 

Our Kitchen Assistants focus on supporting kitchen team in creating in creating positively memorable dining experiences for our guests. This role reports directly to the Kitchen Manager and is part of a team based from our attractive hotel in Holiday Inn Portsmouth PO1 2TA. 

Kitchen Assistant duties include: 

• Dishwashing: All dishes ranging from pots and pans to cutlery are either hand washed or loaded into the dishwasher  
• Delivery Organisation: As a Kitchen Porter you will be responsible for receiving deliveries and ensuring they are organised once in the kitchen  
• Storage Management: Storage must be organised so that all ingredients are easily accessible  
• Waste Removal: All waste bins are emptied, ensuring all waste is disposed of promptly  
• Basic Food Preparation: When the kitchen is extremely busy, kitchen staff may ask you to support with basic food prep  
• Material collection: If your Chefs need materials or ingredients, you will support by collecting them 

Beyond that, you'll represent our company values and culture, ensuring that service excellence remains our top priority.  

Other businesses may call this role Kitchen Porter. 

What we need from you

What you’ll bring to the team 

Due to spending a lot of time on your feet and unloading heavy deliveries you will need a good physical fitness. Efficiency in fast-paced environment and strong communication skills are key. You will be able to follow instructions and be adaptable to meet the needs of both company and guests. 

What we offer

Benefits 

Our rewards package includes: 

- Robust career development opportunities and support for personal growth 

- Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events  

- Complementary discounts in hotels across the Kew Green Hotels portfolio and at partner hotels worldwide! 

- Discounted food and beverage while you stay in our hotels 

- 24/7, 365 days Employee Assistance Line for mental health and wellbeing support, financial and legal advice 

- FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)