Hotel Kitchen Porter

At the Royal Marine Hotel, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and maintaining the highest standards across all departments. As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a key role in supporting our culinary team by ensuring the kitchen and back-of-house areas are clean, safe and well-organised. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Head Chef in safely storing equipment and preventing breakages

Check product quality and consistency daily

Record breakages to support reordering and budgeting

Ensure efficient service to internal customers

Identify and communicate needs for tools and utensils to meet standards

Maintain cleanliness throughout kitchen and back-of-house areas

Follow and document cleaning schedules and procedures

Clean appliances, vents, hoods, and extracts using approved methods

Clean the staff canteen and back-of-house corridors as needed

Remove and dispose of kitchen refuse according to procedures

Store crockery, glassware, and cutlery correctly

Maintain cleanliness and organisation in ware wash and pot wash areas

Deep clean the compactor area and hotel backyard periodically

Ensure sufficient quantities of items are available for kitchen operations

Clean buffet areas after breakfast and lunch service

Clean fridges and any soiled kitchen areas as required

Complete AM/PM departmental checklists and ensure all duties are finished before leaving

Follow HACCP standards and food safety procedures

Periodically clean china, glass, and silverware as needed

Requirements

Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage but not essential

Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Good communication and teamwork skills

Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and holidays

Commitment to hygiene and safety standards

Employee Benefits

Staff discounts on accommodation at our sister properties.

Complimentary membership to our health club and pool.

Discounted spa treatments and products.

Bike-to-work scheme.

Free on-site parking.

Meals and healthy snacks provided during shifts.

Recognition programmes: Achievers of the Month, Quarter, and Year.

Employee referral bonus scheme.

Applicants must reside in Ireland and have the legal right to work.