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Kitchen Porter

FlexibleSeasonalNot specifiedHospitality
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 30 April 2026

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porters to join our kitchen team for Full Time, Part Time and Seasonal hours. This is an important role that helps ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and maintains high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Key Responsibilities: Washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment. Keeping the kitchen clean, tidy, and organised. Following all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations. Managing waste and recycling. Requirements: No previous experience required (full training provided). Strong work ethic and willingness to learn. Ability to work well in a team. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends. If you are interested in joining us please email your cv to kwatson@ramseyparkhotel.com

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi70%
AI exposure (AIOE)i35%

Many core tasks, such as dishwashing, cleaning, and waste management, are highly routine and increasingly automatable with commercial kitchen technology and robotics. However, tasks requiring teamwork, real-time support for cooks, and adherence to dynamic hygiene protocols still require human presence and adaptability, limiting full automation in the near term.

Task analysis

  • Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment using industrial dishwashers or by hand.
  • Clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces, floors, and waste bins to maintain hygiene standards.
  • Sort and dispose of kitchen waste and recycling in accordance with regulations.
  • Organize and store kitchen equipment and supplies in designated areas.
  • Assist cooks and kitchen staff by providing needed items and supporting food preparation.
  • Follow health, safety, and food hygiene regulations at all times.
  • Communicate with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
  • Receive and unpack deliveries of kitchen supplies and ingredients.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 9272Kitchen assistants
O*NET: 35-2021.00 Food Preparation Workers
AI analysis: 15 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Food and beverage service activities · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £20k
UK sector median
£15,733
UK sector mean
£19,455
£0£5k£10k£15k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Learn to operate commercial dishwashing and cleaning machines
  • Develop basic digital inventory and stock tracking skills
  • Stay updated on new kitchen hygiene technologies

📈 Disruption outlook

15%1 yr
40%5 yrs
75%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

💻 TechnologyCommercial Dishwashers

Automate dishwashing to reduce manual workload

🤖 AI AgentSmart Inventory Sensors

Track kitchen supplies and automate reordering

Recommendation

🔀 Hybrid approach

Routine tasks automatable, but human adaptability and teamwork still essential

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate supply ordering and waste reporting

Microsoft Teams

Coordinate kitchen staff and shift communications

Key Skills

CleaningAdvancedHealth and SafetyIntermediateTeamworkIntermediateAttention to DetailIntermediateTime ManagementIntermediateManual HandlingIntermediateFood ProductionBeginnerService OrientationBeginner

Knowledge Areas

Food Safety and HygieneHealth and Safety ProceduresCleaning and Sanitation StandardsCustomer Relationship ManagementFacilities ManagementOffice Administration

O*NET Competency Skills

Active ListeningService OrientationTime Management

Alternative Career Paths

Kitchen Assistant90% match

Supports chefs with basic food preparation and kitchen organization.

Housekeeping Staff75% match

Maintains cleanliness and hygiene in hotel or hospitality environments.

Catering Assistant80% match

Assists with food service and event catering setup and cleanup.

Warehouse Operative60% match

Handles goods receiving, storage, and dispatch in warehouse settings.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office software

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Getting Information
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
  • Performing General Physical Activities
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
  • Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Handling and Moving Objects
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Training and Teaching Others
  • Coaching and Developing Others
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

0%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

87%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

1/5

Little prep

O*NET Median Salary

£19k

US ref. $24k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Food Preparation and Serving Related

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