Kitchen Porter Supervisor – Epsom, Surrey

Kitchen Porter Supervisor – Epsom, Surrey

The Royal Automobile Club is an exclusive world-class private members club, with 2 stunning clubhouses in London and Epsom. Providing a first-class service offering accommodation, dining, sports and leisure facilities for the enjoyment of our members and guests.

Based in our Woodcote Park clubhouse in Epsom.

The Kitchen Porter Supervisor role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment. Flexibility in working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required based on the kitchen’s operational needs.

• 5 shifts per week over a 7 day week, shift patterns to include evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Early, Mid and Late shifts range from 8am-4pm/9am-5pm/4pm-12am/5pm-1am.
• Due to the location and shift patterns public transport links are limited.

Benefits of working at the Royal Automobile Club:

• Annual staff bonus
• Free meals on duty
• Paid birthday day off
• Generous pension
• Perkbox discount scheme
• Free onsite parking
• European RAC cover
• Employer-paid health cash plan
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff parties

Purpose of the role:

Managing a team of 14 kitchen porters, taking responsibility for the daily cleaning requirements of the kitchens and back of house operation. To lead the day to day back of house operations of the kitchen in the absence of the back of house manager, delivering standards as set in the Club health and safety policy, produce 5 star EHO standards of hygiene and continually strive for perfection.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to motivate and lead a team
• Physical stamina to handle long shifts, as the role involves standing, lifting, and cleaning duties.
• Lead and supervise kitchen porter team, coordinating shifts and assigning tasks.
• Provide training to new kitchen porters on cleaning protocols, equipment uses, and health & safety regulations.
• Monitor performance, providing feedback to staff to improve productivity and efficiency.

About you:

• Previous experience as a kitchen porter or in a similar role, with supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations and experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills to manage a team and collaborate with kitchen staff.
• Physical fitness, as the role requires lifting and moving equipment and supplies
• A proactive attitude with attention to detail and cleanliness.

Club Values: HEARTS

Heritage – Our rich motoring, social, sporting and architectural heritage runs through the fabric and the nature of the Club
Excellence – Excellence is not an achievement; it is something we strive for every day.
Accountability – Taking ownership of our work, meeting our own high standards, honouring our commitments and acting with professionalism.
Respect – Showing consideration and understanding to our members and colleagues.
Trust – Acting with fairness, honesty and integrity.
Sustainability – Actively contribute to reducing our environmental impact, improving our operational efficiency and continuing to build our reputation.

Please visit our website for more information about our Club Vision and Values.

What to expect:

• All applications will be reviewed
• Immediate interview dates available
• Closing date 29 November 2024
• The full job description is available upon request ahead of an interview.