BaxterStorey
Kitchen Porter - Live in Available
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Kitchen Porter - Live in Available
Kitchen Porter – Seasonal Role at YMCA Lakeside
Company Description
BaxterStorey specialises in creating exceptional experiences through beautifully designed spaces, exciting menus, and friendly teams across offices, stadiums, universities, and beyond—ensuring every customer receives the hospitality they deserve.
About the Role
Location: YMCA Lakeside
Salary: £13.45 per hour (average 40 hours per week)
Contract: Seasonal position (April to October, with possibility of extension)
At BaxterStorey, we believe our people are our greatest asset—and we’re investing in creating an inclusive, growth-focused environment where everyone can thrive.
If you love maintaining clean, well-organised kitchens, enjoy a challenge, and strive to contribute to an exceptional operation, this role is perfect for you.
Perfect for those who:
- Enjoy the outdoors (just steps from Lake Windermere—home of the Lake District)
- Work well in fast-paced team environments
- Want to develop skills in a season with abundant opportunities
Benefits
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Flexible Leave
- 28 days annual holiday (pro rata)
- Birthday off
- 3 volunteering days
- 3 grandparent leave days
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Family & Left Support
- 24 weeks of enhanced maternity leave
- Secondary carer leave
- Wedding/commitment day leave
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Wellbeing & Development
- Free meals on shift
- Bespoke training and apprenticeship opportunities for all experience levels
- Pension and life insurance
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Financial & Lifestyle Perks
- Discounts on Perkbox (high street shopping, holidays, cinema)
- Wellbeing hub and employee assistance programme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
Key Responsibilities
Core tasks as part of a dynamic team:
- Dishwashing: Operating hand and industrial dishwashers to maintain hygiene of utensils, dishes, and equipment.
- Cleanliness & Organisation
- Sanitising kitchen and dining room surfaces, countertops, and prep areas
- Disposing of rubbish and ensuring sustainable waste management
- Food Preparation:
- Assist with basic tasks (peeling, chopping, slicing) under chef supervision
- Inventory & Compliance:
- Managing storage of kitchen supplies and ingredients
- Following health and safety protocols, including equipment maintenance
Additional Opportunities:
- Occasional support during breakfast shifts
- Live-in accommodation available (subject to interview discussion)
Requirements
- No formal qualifications required
- Physical Ability: Strong stamina, capacity to stand for long periods, and ability to lift heavy objects comfortably
- Attention to Detail: Thorough and reliable in following instructions
- Team Skills: Strong communication and collaborative mindset
- Bonus: Basic knowledge of kitchen sanitation and equipment
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Value System
Guided by our core values, we strive to create a culture where "Better" becomes second nature:
- Always Visionary: exceed expectations, innovate, and lead with purpose
- Wholeheartedly Positive: bring enthusiasm and energy to every task
- Creative & Collaborative: embrace differences to foster creativity
- Forever Conscious: prioritise sustainability and community support
Company Commitment
BaxterStorey is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I). We encourage applications from all backgrounds, ensuring our team reflects the diversity of society.
We believe in investing in you—if you’re motivated, eager to learn, and committed to growth, your potential is our priority.
Join the revolution. Be part of an organisation setting the standard for hospitality excellence. Together, let’s build your future—and ours.
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