FM Kitchen Porter

Franco Manca Southampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pizzas

Free soft drinks

Free sourdough bread

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Virtual GP access

Counselling services

Discounts & vouchers

Gym discounts

Cinema tickets

Family days out

Annual staff events

Staff discount (50%)

Referral scheme

Franco Academy

Job summary

Franco Manca Southampton is hiring a Kitchen Porter to keep the kitchen clean, organized and ready for service. You’ll wash dishes, maintain hygiene standards and support chefs with basic prep to ensure smooth operation.

Join a team that values hard work, reliability and a positive attitude. We offer pizza on shift, staff discounts and wellbeing support as part of our employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Hardworking and reliable
• Team player willing to lend a hand
• Strong work ethic and pride in keeping things clean
• Able to stay calm during busy shifts
• Interest in food and buzzing kitchen environment
• No experience? Willing to learn

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes and clean equipment to keep kitchen spotless
• Maintain hygiene standards
• Assist chefs with basic food prep
• Restock and organize supplies
• Keep things moving during busy shifts
• Foster a positive, teamwork-driven environment

Skills

Hardworking

Reliable

Team player

Calm under pressure

Job description

What you’ll get:

• £12.71 – 14.71 per hour OTE (including service charge - our data says you can earn between £1.5 to £2 per hour on top of your pay)
• Free yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift
• Free Sourdough bread to cook at home
• 28 days holiday (pro rata)
• A pension scheme to set you up for the future
• 24/7 virtual GP access and confidential counselling sessions and advice on wellbeing, money, legal and personal matters.
• Cashback, online discounts and discounted shopping vouchers to help with everyday savings.
• Gym and fitness discounts, cinema tickets, family days out and exclusive hospitality perks.
• Annual social events, incentives and competitions
• 50% staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca restaurants
• Up to £500 employee referral scheme (T&C apply)
• Ongoing personal growth and development with our Franco Academy all over the UK

About Us:

At Franco Manca, we don’t just serve pizza – we serve up passion, authenticity, and great vibes. From our signature slow-rising sourdough to the freshest seasonal ingredients, we’re dedicated to creating food that brings people together. But none of this would be possible without our incredible team. Every pizzeria is powered by hardworking, enthusiastic people who love what they do – and that’s where you come in.

What You’ll Do:

As a Kitchen Porter, you’ll be the backbone of the kitchen, keeping things clean, organized, and ready to roll.

You’ll keep the kitchen spotless by washing dishes, cleaning equipment, and maintaining hygiene standards.

Support the chefs with basic food prep when needed, helping to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Restock and organize supplies, making sure everything is ready for service.

Be an essential part of the team, keeping things moving during busy shifts.

Help maintain a positive, friendly atmosphere in the kitchen – teamwork makes the dream work!

What You’ll Bring to the Role:

We’re looking for someone who’s hardworking, reliable, and ready to get stuck in.

You’ll be a team player, always happy to lend a hand where it’s needed.

Have a strong work ethic and take pride in keeping things clean and organized.

Be able to stay calm and focused, even during busy shifts.

Have an interest in food and enjoy working in a buzzing kitchen environment.

No experience? No problem! If you’re willing to learn, we’ll show you the ropes.

Franco Manca is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our people. We welcome applications from everyone and recruit based on skills, experience, and potential. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to support you.