Job Description

Company Description

At Potters Resorts Five Lakes, we pride ourselves on delivering a fully inclusive, high-quality guest experience in a welcoming and friendly environment. Set within beautiful Essex countryside, our resort offers exceptional accommodation, dining, leisure, and entertainment – all designed to create unforgettable stays for our guests.

We are passionate about our people and believe they are at the heart of everything we do. Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive, inclusive, and fun workplace where teamwork, respect, and excellent service are key. We are committed to developing our employees, offering opportunities for learning, progression, and long-term careers within the hospitality industry.

If you’re looking to be part of a hardworking team that takes pride in maintaining high standards and delivering outstanding guest experiences, Potters Resorts Five Lakes is the perfect place to start or grow your career.

Job Description

Join the UK's Number One Fully Inclusive Resort Team!

Position: Kitchen Porter

Location: Potters Resorts - Five Lakes, Colchester Road, Tolleshunt Knights, Maldon, CM9 8HX, Essex, UK

Type: Full-time

What We're Looking For:

• A keen eye for detail and commitment to cleanliness
• Enthusiasm and energy to go the extra mile for our guests
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work efficiently
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, demanding kitchen environment

About the Kitchen Porter role;

• Ensure that cutlery, crockery, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils are kept clean and hygienic at all times
• The ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding role
• To work efficiently and to keep within time frames
• Ensure bins are used for the correct waste, supporting recycling and promoting good waste management
• Working safely by following HACCP and Food Hygiene regulations
• To assist the chefs with essential food preparation as required, including peeling and chopping vegetables

We Offer:

• £10.85 - 12.71per hour (depending on age)
• Employee assistance and well-being programs
• Cycle to work scheme
• Friends & family discounts
• Loyalty awards

Hours of work:

• This is a full time role working 40 hours per week
• Straight shifts – no split shifts!

Working a combination of the following shifts:

7.30am - 4.00pm

2.00pm - 10.30pm

Working 5 days out of 7 which will include working weekends and bank holidays on a rotational basis.

Ready to start your exciting journey with us?

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Qualifications

At Potters Resorts Five Lakes, we believe that the right attitude is more valuable than formal qualifications. We're looking for team members who are:

• 😊 Friendly and approachable
• 💪 Hardworking and dedicated
• 🌟 Enthusiastic about providing excellent service
• 🤝 Team players who support their colleagues
• 📈 Eager to learn and grow

No formal qualifications are needed – we'll provide all the training you need to excel in your role. If you have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, we want to hear from you!

Additional Information

Along with a competitive salary, we will offer you …

• 🌟 Be part of an award-winning, newly expanded resort
• 💼 Excellent career growth and personal development opportunities
• 🍔 Free Meals when working
• 🏋️‍♀️ Free access to our state-of-the-art gym and leisure facilities
• 💰 Competitive pay rates based on age and experience
• 🎓 Continuous training through our Potters Academy
• 🏆 Regular team recognition, awards, and treat days
• 🤗 A genuinely enjoyable place to work

Potters Resorts is an equal opportunities employer. We will consider all qualified candidates without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.