Kitchen Porter

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days holiday

Free meals

Pension 6%

Free parking

Life assurance x3 salary

Health cash back

Cycle to work

Wellbeing programme

Free yoga

Bootcamp sessions

College gym

College punt hire

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Lucy Cavendish College is looking for a Kitchen Porter to join a small, friendly team. You will assist with deliveries, stock rotation, and temperature checks to ensure safe food storage.

You will also help maintain a clean, organized kitchen by washing equipment, performing scheduled cleans, and completing basic paperwork. The ideal candidate will be well organised, understand food allergens, and have a customer-focused attitude.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Checking deliveries and managing stock rotation.
• Monitoring fridge and freezer temperatures to ensure safe storage.
• Washing equipment and keeping the kitchen clean and organised.
• Carrying out scheduled cleaning of key kitchen areas and items.
• Completing basic paperwork when required.

Job description

We are seeking a Kitchen Porter to join our small, friendly team. You will assist with checking deliveries, managing stock rotation, and monitoring fridge and freezer temperatures to ensure food is stored safely. You will also help maintain a clean and organised kitchen by washing equipment, carrying out scheduled cleaning of key kitchen areas and items, and completing basic paperwork when required.

The ideal candidate will be well organised, have an understanding of food allergens and intolerances, and demonstrate a strong customer-focused attitude. You should be willing to work as part of a small team and be willing to support colleagues when needed. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable, but full training will be provided. Reliability and the ability to stay calm and efficient in a busy environment are essential.

In return we can offer a benefits package including:

• 36 days holiday pro rata (inclusive of Christmas closure and bank holidays)
• Free meals on shift
• A 6% employer contributory pension scheme
• Free car parking (if available)
• Life assurance x3 salary
• A health cash back scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing programme including free yoga and bootcamp sessions
• College gym
• College punt hire
• Employee Assistance Programme

For an informal conversation about the position and the shifts, please contact the Head Chef, Erica McGee-Long at [e-mail].

Closing date: 9am on Monday 14 September 2026 (we reserve the right to close the advert sooner should we appoint prior to this date)

Job Description and Person Specification

Lucy Cavendish College is committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve. Candidates are requested to complete the Equality Opportunities Monitoring Form as part of their application. The information provided is anonymous and will not be used in considering your application or given to the selection panel.