Yehudi Menuhin School
Weekend Porters
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Weekend Porter (Morning & Afternoon) - Yehudi Menuhin School
Location: Stoke D’Abernon, Cobham, Surrey, UK
Salary: £13 per hour
Working Hours:
- Morning Porter: 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Afternoon Porter: 1:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Purpose of the Role
The Yehudi Menuhin School is seeking two Weekend Porters – one for morning shifts (7:30 AM – 1:30 PM) and one for afternoon shifts (1:30 PM – 7:30 PM) – to support the kitchen and dining services at weekends. Responsibilities include maintaining high standards of cleanliness, assisting kitchen staff, and ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assisting with breakfast setup
- Brushing and mopping floors
- Washing plates, pots, pans, trays, and cutlery to a high standard
- Preparing fruits and vegetables
- Helping the Chef with incoming deliveries
- Regularly changing bin bags
- Maintaining high hygiene standards in designated areas (pot wash and dishwash areas)
- Performing any additional duties requested by the team
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Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Qualifications & Knowledge
- Good understanding of basic hygiene and cleanliness standards in a kitchen environment
- Awareness of safe working practices (handling hot equipment, chemicals, cleaning products)
- Willingness to undergo training (e.g., Food Hygiene Level 1 if not already certified)
Experience
- Experience in a kitchen, catering, hospitality, or cleaning role (paid or voluntary)
- Experience working in a fast-paced team environment
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Skills & Abilities
- Ability to perform physical tasks (lifting, carrying, bending, standing for long periods)
- Strong ability to follow instructions carefully and work independently when needed
- Effective time management and task prioritisation
- Attention to detail, especially in maintaining hygiene standards
Personal Qualities
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to delivering high standards
- Positive, flexible, and helpful attitude
- Respectful, professional, and confident working around children and young people
- Calm and steady under pressure, particularly during busy meal times
How to Apply
If you meet the criteria and wish to apply, please follow the ‘apply’ link for further instructions.
Interviews will be arranged for suitable candidates.
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