Kitchen Porter

Seasonal Kitchen Porter

Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do! This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company's locations: The Hills, set outside of East Quogue, New York. The Hills is seeking a seasonal Kitchen Porter to join the Culinary Department. This position will be available from April 20 to October 12, 2026. The Kitchen Porter will be responsible to maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the kitchen and foodservice areas. In this role, you will be part of creating the Discovery Land Company experience for our members and fellow employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with all culinary and F&B leaders to create exemplary culinary standards and an environment of continual improvement.
• Always keeps all food preparation areas meticulously clean and tidy. Maintains safe and sanitary conditions in all food service areas and for all food service equipment.
• Provides courteous and professional service as well as proper care, movement, storage of all kitchen related equipment.
• Demonstrates full working COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) knowledge and adheres to all safety measures in the use of any cleaning materials required to operate.
• Ensures all kitchens are well maintained and cleaned prior to and/or after each daily operation including swift and hygienic garbage removal controls.
• Assists with inventory control of catering equipment and plateware.
• Demonstrates full knowledge of cleaning products and keep these areas properly stocked and cleaned.
• Controls any linen usage across kitchens, removing soiled items for laundry and refreshing stocks with new inventory as needed.
• Assists culinary staff when needed and performs side work and other cleaning and organizing as required.
• Communicates with supervisor verbally and through written communication throughout the shift to ensure proper notification and follow through of assigned tasks.
• Provides prompt, courteous service to culinary and F&B team members while maintaining a friendly and pleasant atmosphere.
• Safely drive and maintain vehicles available for transporting catering materials.

Qualifications

• Prior experience and proven success in the hospitality or service industry is strongly preferred.
• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
• Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to business demands.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours.
• Must have the ability to move, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 75 pounds occasionally.
• Flexibility and ability to pivot to new projects and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• $22.00 - $26.00 USD per hour
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
• Work-Family Culture

About Us

The Hills Golf Club is a close-knit, private club and community which will consist of 118 residences located in the heart of the Hamptons on New York's Long Island. The Hills will offer its members a world-class Tom Fazio golf course, a comprehensive wellness center, outstanding culinary experiences, and Discovery's signature Outdoor Pursuits program. The Hills is located just 15 minutes from Dune Deck Beach Club in Westhampton Beach, which offers extensive beach programs.

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world.