Kitchen Porter

Ottolenghi Richmond; Epsom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic kitchen environment in Epsom is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter to ensure cleanliness and support kitchen operations. The position requires previous kitchen experience, and the ideal candidate should have good English communication skills. Responsibilities include managing deliveries, maintaining cleanliness in kitchen areas, and assisting the kitchen team as needed. This full-time role offers competitive pay, staff meals, discounts, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Staff meals during shifts

Staff discounts

28 days’ holiday

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Career development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen porter or similar role is essential.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Strong communication skills with good command of English.

Responsibilities

• Keep kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils clean and organized.
• Manage deliveries by checking orders and maintaining stock rotation.
• Support the kitchen team with basic food preparation.

Skills

Previous kitchen experience

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Team-oriented attitude

Job description

We’re looking for a hardworking and reliable Kitchen Porter to join the team at Ottolenghi Richmond. Our kitchen porters play an essential role in keeping everything running smoothly, maintaining cleanliness, supporting the chefs, and ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently at all times.

We are currently looking to hire an experienced Kitchen Porter for a full‑time position. The ideal candidate will have previous kitchen experience and be confident in managing incoming deliveries, including accepting and storing them correctly. Good English language skills are essential for this role.

What you’ll do:

• Keep kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils clean and organised.
• Manage deliveries — checking orders, storing items correctly, and maintaining stock rotation.
• Support the kitchen team with basic food preparation when needed.
• Follow all food hygiene, health and safety, and cleaning procedures.
• Work as part of a busy, friendly team to maintain Ottolenghi’s high standards.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in a kitchen porter or similar role.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean, safe workspace.
• Good communication skills and understanding of English.
• A positive, reliable, and team‑oriented attitude.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Staff meals during shifts.
• Staff discounts across Ottolenghi restaurants and delis.
• 28 days’ holiday and pension scheme.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Career development and training opportunities within Ottolenghi.

If you’re a dependable and motivated Kitchen Porter who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.