Kitchen Porter

Quality Restaurants Ltd; Acton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer-a-friend bonus

Dining discount 50%

Wine discount 20%

Wagestream benefits

Flexible pay

Parental leave extension

Holiday entitlement 28–36 days

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Quality Restaurants Ltd. is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join our busy kitchen in Acton. You’ll be the heartbeat of the kitchen, keeping areas clean, safe, and efficient, and supporting the team with basic prep as needed.

We value a strong work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Training on hygiene and safety will be provided, and you’ll work within a friendly, inclusive team with opportunities to grow within the group.

Qualifications

• No experience required; willingness to learn.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during busy periods.
• Team-first attitude, reliable and ready to help.
• Training provided on kitchen hygiene and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Keep all kitchen areas clean, tidy, and hygienic
• Wash pots, pans, utensils, and equipment efficiently and safely
• Assist with food deliveries and storage
• Support the team with basic prep if needed
• Help maintain a smooth and safe working environment
• Work as part of a close-knit kitchen team with respect and care

Skills

Willingness to learn

Team player

Calm under pressure

Hygiene awareness

Job description

AsKitchen Porter, you’re the heartbeat of the kitchen. You’ll help keep everything clean, safe, and efficient. It’s a vital role in any great restaurant – and we value it highly.

You will:

• Keep all kitchen areas clean, tidy, and hygienic
• Wash pots, pans, utensils, and equipment efficiently and safely
• Assist with food deliveries and storage
• Support the team with basic prep if needed
• Help maintain a smooth and safe working environment
• Work as part of a close-knit kitchen team with respect and care

You bring:

• A strong work ethic and positive attitude - no experience needed, just a willingness to learn
• The ability to stay calm and focused during busy periods
• A team-first approach, reliable, respectful, and ready to help wherever needed
• Good awareness of kitchen hygiene and safety practices (training provided)
• Pride in doing your job well and being part of a team effort

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A fun, friendly, supportive, and inclusive team that feels like family.
• Endless opportunities to expand your food & wine knowledge.
• Delicious, freshly cooked team meals every shift.
• Flexible shifts (days and evenings).
• Generous refer-a-friend bonus of up to £1000.
• 50% off dining across all HAM. Restaurant locations.
• 20% off wine retail.
• Access to Wagestream benefits & flexible pay.
• Enhanced parental leave, including “paw-ternity” for pet parents.
• Up to 28 days holiday (increasing with length of service up to 36!).
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme & Wisdom App for health & wellbeing.
• The chance to be part of a creative, ambitious, and growing hospitality group with real opportunities to progress.
• Real opportunities to grow – many chefs start out as KPs!