Kitchen Porter

at  Sodexo

Job Introduction
As Kitchen Assistant for Independents by Sodexo at Hurstpierpoint College, you will be a key part of the kitchen team. You’ll be responsible for maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness within the kitchen and food & beverage preparation areas. Your cheerful, can-do attitude will make you a major part of the everyone’s every day.
Join Independents by Sodexo, and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you’ll do:

• Washing all crockery, cutlery, kitchen utensils and equipment, food service equipment.
• Ensuring that the following are kept clean and tidy and to a very high standard:
• Floors & Walls, Bins – inside and out, Crushing and disposal of cardboard and boxes, Fridges & Freezers (with assistance of chefs), Delivery areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of working areas.
• To be aware of and to adhere to all health and safety, fire, hygiene and COSHH regulations governing the work you are undertaking and to ensure the correct chemicals/detergents are always used.
• Report all accidents (and near misses) to the Chef.
• To report any shortages in equipment or chemicals to the Supervisor

What you bring:

• Positive attitude, professionalism, and respect for others
• Basic food-handling skills
• Be physically able to lift heavy items and work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• No previous work experience required.

“A ROLE THAT NEVER STANDS STILL”

• £11.97 Per Hour
• 40 hours per week
• Working: Monday to Saturday - shift will be either 8.00am - 4.30pm or 11.00am - 7.30pm
• Term Time ** Equated on 40 hours per week.
• This role requires own transport due to location
• Favourable Over time options available
• Meals whilst on duty
• Free Parking
• Location: Hurstpierpoint College, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9JS
• North Brighton and Haywards heath based applicants are welcome to apply

What you’ll do:

• Washing all crockery, cutlery, kitchen utensils and equipment, food service equipment.
• Ensuring that the following are kept clean and tidy and to a very high standard:
• Floors & Walls, Bins – inside and out, Crushing and disposal of cardboard and boxes, Fridges & Freezers (with assistance of chefs), Delivery areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of working areas.
• To be aware of and to adhere to all health and safety, fire, hygiene and COSHH regulations governing the work you are undertaking and to ensure the correct chemicals/detergents are always used.
• Report all accidents (and near misses) to the Chef.
• To report any shortages in equipment or chemicals to the Superviso

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplie

Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)

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