Job Title:

Kitchen Porter

Searles Leisure Resort is a long‑established, family‑run holiday resort located on the beautiful Norfolk coastline in Hunstanton. For over 70 years, Searles has been one of the region’s most trusted destinations for UK seaside breaks, built around a simple motto: “creating happiness for all ages.”

As part of the wider Searles Leisure Group, an independent family business operating for more than 83 years. The resort is known for its friendly, welcoming atmosphere and strong community values. The group also includes Heacham Manor Hotel and Searles Sea Tours, offering the team opportunities to be part of a diverse and growing hospitality and leisure organisation.

Job Purpose:

As a Kitchen Porter you will be an enthusiastic and energetic individual and part of the wider Food & Beverage team. This is an entry-level role but one that is integral to making sure the kitchen and equipment is always safe, clean, and tidy, and has the necessary tools to run efficiently. This role is key in supporting the kitchen team in meeting Health & Safety Food standards and excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Cleaning and sanitising all areas used for food meal preparation, along with ovens, grills, sinks, and stoves.

·         Unloading food and equipment deliveries & ensuring they are stored in the right areas and in stock rotation.

·         Continually making sure that work surfaces, floors, and walls are clean and sanitised.

·         Clearing any rubbish as and when necessary.

·         Washing cutlery, utensils, and cookware so the kitchen staff has constant access.

·         Helping the chef with food preparation such as peeling, washing, and cutting meal ingredients.

·         Keeping all areas, such as storage units clean and organised.

·         To follow the relevant Company and Department Procedures and adhere to all Food Hygiene and Health & Safety requirements.

·         Comply to all regulations and policies such as Data Protection Act, Health & Safety and Safeguarding, ensure a safe working environment for all staff members.

·         To complete any in-house training as required and participate in team meetings.

·         To act as an ambassador for the business and ensure that the Company is promoted externally on all occasions.

·         Support the company’s mission and objectives through compliance to Policies and Procedures.

·         To perform any other duties as required.

Key Relationships:

·         Head Chef

·         Chef’s and Kitchen Team Members

·         F&B Team Members

Education, Training & Experience:

·         Previous experience in a similar setting is desirable but training will be given

·         Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable)

·         Teamwork skills and the ability to act as the public face of the business

Disposition & requirements:

·         Flexible Schedule, for Working hours

·         Strong organisational skills.

·         The ability to adhere to health and safety rules.

·         Teamwork skills.

·         Maintain a professional standard of work attire.

•         Mid to long length hair must be neatly tied back

•         Jewellery kept to minimum

•         Closed toe formal shoes

•         No chipped nail polish.

·         Polite and well-mannered with good communication skills.

·         Fast learner and able to work well in a fast -paced environment. 

·         Full valid Driving Licence for UK(Desirable)

Hours Per Week & Contract: 

25hours per week (yearly average) and Seasonal until 31/10/2026

Job Title:

Kitchen Porter

Searles Leisure Resort is a long‑established, family‑run holiday resort located on the beautiful Norfolk coastline in Hunstanton. For over 70 years, Searles has been one of the region’s most trusted destinations for UK seaside breaks, built around a simple motto: “creating happiness for all ages.”

As part of the wider Searles Leisure Group, an independent family business operating for more than 83 years. The resort is known for its friendly, welcoming atmosphere and strong community values. The group also includes Heacham Manor Hotel and Searles Sea Tours, offering the team opportunities to be part of a diverse and growing hospitality and leisure organisation.

Job Purpose:

As a Kitchen Porter you will be an enthusiastic and energetic individual and part of the wider Food & Beverage team. This is an entry-level role but one that is integral to making sure the kitchen and equipment is always safe, clean, and tidy, and has the necessary tools to run efficiently. This role is key in supporting the kitchen team in meeting Health & Safety Food standards and excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Cleaning and sanitising all areas used for food meal preparation, along with ovens, grills, sinks, and stoves.

·         Unloading food and equipment deliveries & ensuring they are stored in the right areas and in stock rotation.

·         Continually making sure that work surfaces, floors, and walls are clean and sanitised.

·         Clearing any rubbish as and when necessary.

·         Washing cutlery, utensils, and cookware so the kitchen staff has constant access.

·         Helping the chef with food preparation such as peeling, washing, and cutting meal ingredients.

·         Keeping all areas, such as storage units clean and organised.

·         To follow the relevant Company and Department Procedures and adhere to all Food Hygiene and Health & Safety requirements.

·         Comply to all regulations and policies such as Data Protection Act, Health & Safety and Safeguarding, ensure a safe working environment for all staff members.

·         To complete any in-house training as required and participate in team meetings.

·         To act as an ambassador for the business and ensure that the Company is promoted externally on all occasions.

·         Support the company’s mission and objectives through compliance to Policies and Procedures.

·         To perform any other duties as required.

Key Relationships:

·         Head Chef

·         Chef’s and Kitchen Team Members

·         F&B Team Members

Education, Training & Experience:

·         Previous experience in a similar setting is desirable but training will be given

·         Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable)

·         Teamwork skills and the ability to act as the public face of the business

Disposition & requirements:

·         Flexible Schedule, for Working hours

·         Strong organisational skills.

·         The ability to adhere to health and safety rules.

·         Teamwork skills.

·         Maintain a professional standard of work attire.

•         Mid to long length hair must be neatly tied back

•         Jewellery kept to minimum

•         Closed toe formal shoes

•         No chipped nail polish.

·         Polite and well-mannered with good communication skills.

·         Fast learner and able to work well in a fast -paced environment. 

·         Full valid Driving Licence for UK(Desirable)

Hours Per Week & Contract: 

25hours per week (yearly average) and Seasonal until 31/10/2026