Kitchen Porter | Perlant | Now Hiring

REPORTS TO: Executive Chef

LOCATION: The Perlant, Atlanta

EFFECTIVE START DATE: 05/5/2025  

PAY RATE RANGE: Up To $16/per hour BOE

The Perlant is a private social club rooted in wine. Our goal is to build a community around a shared love of food and wine, paired with unmatched hospitality and member experiences. 

The kitchen at The Perlant is a team that works together to get through every ticket that comes in. In the kitchen you will learn how to take classic techniques and apply them to new and fun ways to work with ingredients. The kitchen at The Perlant has one voice, but offers autonomy to make positive decisions that improve service for our members. When we are in service, all outside distractions disappear and we execute, together, call after call. We offer an environment of transparency, open communication, respect and understanding while executing at the highest level of culinary excellence we are capable of day in and out. 

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Porter plays a critical role in maintaining cleanliness, organization, and flow in a high-end kitchen environment. This team member is responsible not only for dish sanitation but also for supporting daily kitchen cleanliness, inventory awareness, and smooth back-of-house operations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Dish and Utensil Sanitation

• Wash, scrub, and sanitize all dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, and utensils throughout service.
  Ensure all cleaned items are stacked, organized, and stored properly in designated areas.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and presentation, particularly for items used in guest-facing service.

• Perform general cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming as needed.
• Wipe down and maintain all kitchen and dish area trash cans; perform deep cleaning of trash cans weekly.
• Remove any trash left from prior shifts to ensure a clean and sanitary start each day.
• Ensure daily cleaning checklists are completed, initialed, and submitted as required.

• Ensure all soap and paper towel dispensers are filled at the beginning of each shift.
• Monitor inventory of dish and cleaning chemicals and report any shortages to the FOH or BOH manager.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dish area and chemical storage.

• Assist with shuttling and properly disposing of broken-down cardboard boxes during product deliveries.
• Support culinary staff by cleaning and organizing cookware, service pots, and equipment promptly during and after service.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to track and organize dishware, maintain sanitation standards, and stay on top of daily checklists.
• Time Management: Able to manage multiple tasks quickly and efficiently during peak hours.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with all departments including kitchen staff and service teams.
• Communication: Clearly and respectfully communicates needs, updates, or issues to other team members and supervisors.
• Physical Stamina: Capable of lifting, standing, and working for long durations in a high-heat environment.
• Problem-Solving: Proactively addresses supply shortages, equipment concerns, or workflow disruptions.
• Basic Culinary Knowledge: Understanding of kitchen workflows, food safety, and sanitation best practices.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Ability to purchase meals at a discount
• A culture built around creating space for a team to grow, trust one another and succeed
• Exposure, education and mentorship to advance your wine career 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Full-time position (evenings, weekends and holidays as required).
• Based in Atlanta with an Office/Club environment.

• Ability to lift wine cases and bottles up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.