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Kitchen Porter 1 - Banqueting @ AccorHotel

Knutsford, England, GBOnsiteFull-timeJob reference REF92630A
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Uphold high housekeeping and hygiene standards to maintain a safe, clean, and pleasant working environmentComply with all Health & Safety, COSHH, and Manual Handling regulations, attending required training sessionsMaintain excellent personal hygiene and grooming standards at all timesAssist in preparing operating equipment for functions, inventories, and daily service requirementsWash, polish, and inspect operating equipment and utensils to ensure cleanliness before distributionEmpty bins, sort refuse, and manage waste areas in line with hotel policiesClean and disinfect refuse areas, ensuring they remain sanitary and organisedWash, disinfect, degrease, dry, and polish floors, walls, and kitchen equipment before, during, and after serviceSupport cleaning of operating equipment during banqueting or peak service periodsAssist in maintaining staff facilities, including locker rooms and other back‑of‑house spacesAct as a point of contact for junior stewards, offering guidance and support during shiftsHelp train new team members on cleaning procedures, equipment use, and safety standardsTake responsibility for a designated stewarding area, ensuring tasks are completed to standardMonitor stock levels of chemicals and cleaning supplies, reporting replenishment needsReport maintenance issues promptly to ensure equipment and facilities remain in good working orderPlease note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.

1-3 years’ experience in the Hospitality IndustryIntermediate communication skills, both written & verbal.Able to work well under pressure in fast-paced and changing environmentProven organizational skills, work well on their own, able to set and meet deadlines with quality results.Enthusiastic and positive personality with the ability to build trusting relationships with othersWilling to work on rotating shifts including weekends and public holidaysA confident & dynamic speaker, able to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of an organization What is in it for you?

Exclusive Discounts:Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, Spa and Golf discountFairmont, Raffles, and Accor Hotels (friends and family rates are included)20% off food and beverage in on-site restaurants Colleague restaurantBeing part of The Mere Team – our culture is unique!You will benefit from training and development opportunitiesCompetitive salary and benefits including pension28 days of holiday including public holidays1-5 days service award based on length of serviceSpecial rates for Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere colleagues and their friends & family and discount across Accor hotels worldwideAnd last but not least you will get to work with a team of EXTRAORDINARY people

Skills

Customer ServiceNot ApplicableHospitality

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