Kitchen Assistant

WatchHouse; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coffee house in London seeks a Kitchen Porter to maintain cleanliness and support the kitchen team. This role requires attention to hygiene standards, a proactive attitude, and the ability to thrive in a busy environment. The ideal candidate will have culinary experience and excellent multitasking skills. Expect competitive perks and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Free Coffee & Drinks

Monthly Coffee Gift

Free Lunch Every Shift

Team Social Budget

Annual WatchHouse Party

30% Off All Food

30% Off Retail Coffee

Supportive managers

Best‑in‑class training

Access to SCA training

Career progression

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Proactive approach to tasks in a busy kitchen environment.
• Physical stamina for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen surfaces and equipment.
• Support kitchen team with food prep tasks.
• Handle refuse and recycling in a timely manner.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Restaurant Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Food Service

Kitchen Experience

Hospitality Experience

Basic Math

Food Safety Experience

Retail Sales

Cooking

Sanitation

Job description

Kitchen Porter WatchHouse

In Short

As a Kitchen Porter at WatchHouse you play a vital role in maintaining the smooth operation of our kitchen. From ensuring cleanliness and hygiene to supporting the team with essential prep work you’ll be the backbone of our busy kitchens. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments and take pride in keeping everything spotless and organized we love to have you on board.

Key Reports: House Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Keep all kitchen work surfaces including counters, sinks, stoves and walls clean, sanitized and safe for use.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors at the start and end of shifts and as needed throughout the day.
• Quickly and efficiently wash crockery, cookware, utensils and cutlery to keep them in active rotation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in food and supply storage areas when required.
• Follow cleaning schedules, ensure refuse and recycling are handled properly and adopt a clean‑as‑you‑go approach.
• Take out rubbish and recycling promptly and responsibly.
• Support the kitchen team with routine food prep tasks such as peeling, chopping or other simple tasks when needed.

Key Skills

• A proactive approach to tasks with a can‑do attitude and a readiness to keep up with the pace of a busy kitchen.
• A keen eye for cleanliness and hygiene to meet WatchHouse’s high standards.
• A collaborative mindset, always ready to lend a hand where needed.
• Ability to multitask and manage workload efficiently even during busy periods.
• Physical stamina to handle long shifts and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

What can you expect at WatchHouse

• Free Coffee & Drinks – sip on your favourite drinks even on your days off.
• Monthly Coffee Gift – take home 250 g of premium WatchHouse coffee every month.
• Free Lunch Every Shift – fuel up with great food on the house.
• Team Social Budget – celebrate, connect and unwind with your team outside of work.
• Annual WatchHouse Party – our legendary celebration featuring core‑value awards and prizes like trips to coffee farms.
• 30% Off All Food – any House any time just for being part of the team.
• 30% Off Retail Coffee – stock up on your favorite WatchHouse blends whenever you like.
• Work in beautifully designed houses – inspiring spaces equipped with industry‑leading tools surrounded by passionate hospitality professionals.
• Supportive managers – we listen, we care and we adapt to support your needs.
• Best‑in‑class training – from your first shift we set you up for success with on‑and off‑shift development.
• Access to SCA training – advance your coffee expertise with recognised industry training (role‑dependent).
• Off‑shift induction experience – get to know WatchHouse culture with a full day induction in your first two weeks.
• Career progression – that’s real with new Houses and growth across the business your next step is never far away.

Working at WatchHouse

At WatchHouse we were born from a passion to do better, driven by diligence, attention to detail and a genuine care for our craft and our people. We are a people‑first business that values individuality, personality and the unique contributions of every team member. We champion diversity, insist on equality and foster inclusion as a non‑negotiable part of our culture. Our team thrives in a respectful, collaborative environment where feedback is welcomed, support is mutual and excellence is pursued together. Guided by our core values – passion, can‑do, diligence and empathy – we build meaningful relationships, celebrate contributions and work with purpose to deliver the Modern Coffee experience.

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Required Skills (Detailed)

• Culinary Experience
• Food Handling
• Restaurant Experience
• Food Preparation Experience
• Food Service
• Kitchen Experience
• Hospitality Experience
• Basic Math
• Food Safety Experience
• Retail Sales
• Cooking
• Sanitation

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1