Kitchen Porter at Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere

About the Company

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere is a distinguished luxury resort located in the heart of Cheshire countryside, North-West England. Surrounded by a championship golf course, the property blends world-class elegance with local heritage for a refined guest experience. The venue offers exceptional spas, dining, and leisure facilities aiming to create memorable five-star experiences for relaxation, celebrations, or business stays.

Position Purpose

The role is focused on carrying out essential tasks in the Back of House department, ensuring that all safety and hygiene standards meet five-star expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain impeccable cleanliness and hygiene throughout all kitchen and back-of-house areas including washing, disinfecting, and polishing equipment, floors, and walls.
• Adhere strictly to Health and Safety requirements, particularly COSHH and Manual Handling, participating in all necessary training.
• Assist in preparing and organizing equipment for functions and maintaining inventory.
• Manage refuse by emptying bins, sorting waste according to hotel policies, and keeping refuse zones tidy.
• Support additional cleaning tasks during busy periods.
• Help keep staff facilities, such as locker rooms, clean and orderly.
• Consistently uphold personal hygiene and grooming standards.
• Remain flexible and multi-skilled, ready to perform varying tasks as required to cater to guest and team needs.

Candidate Requirements

• Between 1 to 3 years of experience in the hospitality sector.
• Competent communication abilities, both verbal and written at an intermediate level.
• Capability to perform effectively under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and meet quality deadlines.
• Willingness to work in rotating shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Confident and engaging communicator across all organizational levels.

Additional Benefits and Information

• Access to exclusive discounts including spa, golf, and dining at Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere.
• Friends and family discounted rates at Fairmont, Raffles, and Accor hotels worldwide.
• 20% discount on food and beverage in on-site restaurants and access to a colleague restaurant.
• Part of a unique team culture at The Mere.
• Opportunities for personal training and professional development.
• Competitive remuneration with pension benefits.
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of public holidays.
• Service awards of 1-5 days based on tenure.
• Work alongside a committed and extraordinary team.