Kitchen Porter

Great National Ballykisteen Golf Hotel is looking for an experienced Kitchen Porter to join our team on a full-time basis.

We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year running in November 2024 and recognised as an Outstanding Employer for 2025 as part of Failte Ireland's Employer Excellence Program. At Great National Ballykisteen Golf Hotel, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we offer structured programs for growth and career advancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the cleanliness of all kitchen areas, ensuring floors are free from debris and spillages at all times.
• Follow direction from chefs as required, providing support during service.
• Conduct deep cleans of the kitchen according to the established cleaning schedule.
• Operate the dishwashing machine, ensuring a steady supply of clean crockery, cutlery, and kitchenware.
• Handle heavy-duty pot wash and assist with putting away deliveries and properly storing stock.
• Manage food waste, regularly changing bins, and ensuring kitchen equipment is in working order.
• Adhere to all food hygiene and health and safety regulations at all times.

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role within a catering or busy kitchen environment is desirable.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A personable demeanour and professional presentation.
• Experience with cleaning systems and maintaining hygiene standards.
• Ability to adapt to new environments, prioritise tasks, and work efficiently under pressure.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Must have a valid work permit to work in Ireland with no restrictions.

Work Schedule: This role requires flexibility, with shifts including evenings and weekends.

What we can offer you:

• Attractive weekly pay structure.
• Company funded educational programmes
• Shape your career path with us! Opportunity for internal career growth, progression & promotion with the GN Group nationwide.
• Advanced online training programs through our E-learning personal development platform
• Access to GN Employee Assistance & Digital Wellbeing Program offering comprehensive support for your mental and physical health.
• Recruitment bonus through our GN refer a friend scheme
• Excellent Employee Recognition Programme including employee of the month, long service awards, team recognition days and random treat days
• Employee Social Events to celebrate our teams success together
• Industry leading complimentary meals on duty and barista style coffee
• Attractive 20% Employee discount on bar & restaurant food
• Favourable Friends and Family discounted best available rates in our GN Hotels nationwide.
• Complimentary Gym & Pool Membership: Stay fit and healthy with free access, plus a discounted rate for a family member.
• Save money and be healthy with our Bike to work scheme
• Xmas savings club
• On site free parking