Kitchen Porter

Optime Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Kitchen Porters across London for various hospitality settings, including restaurants and luxury hotels. This role offers flexible shifts and the chance to gain valuable experience. Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen cleanliness, supporting chefs, and collaborating with teams. Ideal candidates are reliable, physically fit, and adaptable. Pay ranges from £12.21 to £12.75 per hour, with weekly payments.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for long-term positions

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or Cleaner is desirable.
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual tasks.
• Flexible with working hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of all kitchen areas.
• Wash pots, pans, crockery, and cutlery efficiently.
• Assist chefs with basic food prep tasks as required.
• Ensure cleaning schedules are followed.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility with working hours

Reliability

Job description

We are currently recruiting Kitchen Porters across London for future opportunities.

This is a fantastic chance to work in a variety of professional hospitality environments — from luxury hotels and private members’ clubs to restaurants, banqueting venues, and corporate kitchens.

As a Kitchen Porter, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the smooth running of the kitchen, ensuring cleanliness, organisation, and efficiency at all times. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hospitality experience, work flexible shifts, and be part of a hardworking kitchen team.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy environment, takes pride in keeping things spotless, and is reliable under pressure.

What’s on offer:

• Working Hours: Shifts typically 6–10 hours, depending on venue requirements
• Days: Flexible across weekdays and weekends, with opportunities for both daytime and evening shifts
• Environment: Work in professional kitchens within prestigious venues across Central London
• Pay: £12.21 – £12.75 per hour (depending on experience and client)
• Weekly Pay (every Friday)
• Temporary hospitality positions with potential for long-term or permanent opportunities
• Start dates to be confirmed
• Kitchen Safety Shoes required

Key responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of all kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils
• Wash pots, pans, crockery, and cutlery quickly and efficiently
• Assist chefs with basic food prep tasks when required
• Empty bins, manage recycling, and keep back-of-house areas tidy
• Ensure cleaning schedules are followed and health & safety standards upheld
• Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods
• Work collaboratively with chefs, supervisors, and front-of-house teams

The ideal candidate:

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter, Cleaner, or General Assistant in hospitality is desirable but not essential
• Strong work ethic with a positive, “can-do” attitude
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well under pressure
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual tasks (lifting, standing for long periods, fast-paced work)
• Flexible with working hours, including evenings and weekends
• Able to adapt quickly to different venues and kitchen teams
• Available for last-minute assignments and short-notice bookings
• Eligible to work in the UK and available for immediate start

Please note: Some client sites may require you to pass a background check or provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic Kitchen Porter role, please submit your CV to apply!

Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.