Kitchen Porter

Hijingo Worship Street; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant entertainment venue in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Kitchen Porter to join their team. The role involves maintaining kitchen cleanliness in a high-volume setting, requiring excellent multitasking and organizational skills. Ideal candidates will thrive in a team environment and are expected to contribute to a fun, positive atmosphere. The position offers a competitive pay rate and a range of benefits including generous time off, flexible pay options, and life insurance.

Benefits

Annual company party

Exclusive venue discounts

Free staff meals on shift

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Early access to wages

31 days of holiday per year

Wellbeing support

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Must be able to work in a high-volume environment.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering a high-quality kitchen experience.
• Work efficiently in a team to create a fun and positive atmosphere.
• Support kitchen staff in various tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Job description

Fixed term contract until 1st January 2026

Salary - £12.21 per hour base pay + estimated service charge of £0.29–£1.29 per hour

Company and Brand Statement:

At State of Play Hospitality, we believe in the power of hospitality to bring people together and create unforgettable moments. We’re seeking friendly and outgoing individuals to join our team. If you have a passion for providing exceptional service, a welcoming demeanour, and the ability to create a positive first impression for our guests, we want to hear from you!

Hijingo fuses the traditional game of bingo with leading edge, high spec production and theatre visuals. As an entertainment environment think a blend of Blade Runner and Tokyo Nights coupled with a premium F&B programme to create a highly charged, immersive experience.

Our Core Values define how we work together

We Take the Initiative - We’re Thoughtful - We Strive for Excellence - We Celebrate the Wins

Our Leadership Principles guide how we lead and grow

Listen to the Customer - Own the Problem - Test and Learn - Create Positive Energy - Show Urgency

Be Consistent and Fair - Be Both Independently Minded and a Team Player - Be a Big Person

Be Respectful of Company Resources - Deliver Results

Overview of Role

Kitchen Porter is responsible for assisting in delivering a high-quality experience in an energetic, high volume, clean and sanitary environment. The position is high volume, requiring attention to detail, multitasking and organisation to stay ahead of the shift. Our emphasis on product knowledge is essential to deliver an experience above the ordinary. Together our team members work to create an atmosphere of fun in a positive culture of teamwork and hard work. We expect nothing short of greatness and know personality sets us apart to make you the ringleader of your show each shift.

Benefits:

• Celebrate Together – An annual company party to recognise and reward our team
• Exclusive Discounts – Perks for you, your friends, and family across our venues
• Stay Fuelled – Free staff meals on shift
• Refer & Earn – Get rewarded with our Refer-a-Friend bonus
• Flexible Pay – Get early access to your earned wages with Wagestream
• Generous Time Off – 31 days of holiday per year (pro-rata), including bank holidays
• Wellbeing Support – Access to our Team Assistance Programme for confidential advice and support
• Peace of Mind – Life Insurance for financial security

Milestones

• 1 year: Enhanced Maternity & Paternity payment - as part of our family we’ll help support yours
• 1 year: Volunteer Day - an annual day paid for you to give back to our local community
• 3 years: £200 bonus + holiday increase to 32 days
• 5 years: £400 bonus + holiday increase to 33 days
• 10 years: 2-week paid sabbatical

Equality Opportunity Statement

State of Play Hospitality is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and team members, regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, marital or civil union status, age, nationality, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.