Job Description
Purpose of job
To assist the Head Chef and Kitchen Management to maximise the business potential of the Catering operation through effective delivery of an excellent customer experience.
A Kitchen Porter will be expected to uphold Watershed business values, be an excellent team player and complete tasks to a high standard to ensure that Watershed remains the most welcoming and inclusive Bristol city venue for social, business and creative meetings, and that catering continues to generate a financial contribution for Watershed.
Main responsibilities
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Under the supervision of the Chef’s support the daily preparation of food to meet Café &Bar and Events requirements
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Under the supervision of the Senior Chefs, maintaining systems regarding quality, stock control, portion control and minimising wastage
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Ensure kitchen areas and equipment are maintained to the highest possible standards of cleanliness and safety and report maintenance issues
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Support the Chefs by ensuring food deliveries are checked, handled and stored correctly
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Supporting the Chefs by ensuring critical control point records are maintained
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Complete cleaning duties as required in line with agreed procedures and policies
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Work with all members of the kitchen team to ensure standards and good working relationships are maintained
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Actively support, encourage and have an awareness of general Watershed activities
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Comply with all hygiene, health and safety regulations relating to food and catering establishments
Key performance indicators
• Complies with department cleaning requirements and standards
• Ensures relevant critical control points are monitored and recorded
• Ensures kitchen areas and equipment are clean and safe and communicates maintenance issues
• Delivers a high standard of food production and minimises wastage
• Is an active and supportive member of the Kitchen team
• Complies with hygiene, health and safety regulations at all times
Required skills
- Able to prioritise work and work on own initiative
- Experience in use of equipment such as hot and cold beverage dispensers, kitchen machines etc
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Good communication skills