Kitchen Porter

Sodexo Ltd; Erith; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Erith is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter to join their team. In this part-time role, you will maintain cleanliness across kitchen areas, support the Chef, and follow health and safety procedures. Ideal candidates will have previous kitchen experience, strong teamwork and communication skills. Benefits include competitive hourly pay, mental health support, and opportunities for development. Ready to join a supportive team? Apply today!

Benefits

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Program

24-hour virtual GP Service

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Mercer Aspire Pension Plan

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across all kitchen areas.
• Handle and correctly store all kitchen equipment.
• Follow all Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Ability to follow safety procedures

Job description

• Monday to Friday
• Monday - Thursday 10:30 till 13:45
• Friday 09:30 till 12:30
• 16 hours per week
• £13.85 per hour
• Free meal whilst on shift
• Free onsite parking

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Job Introduction

We’re looking for a friendly and reliable KitchenPorter to join our small but perfectly formed team, working alongside our Chef and Food Service Assistant. This is a part-time position ideal for someone who enjoys supporting a close-knit team, keeping the kitchen running smoothly, and helping to create a clean and welcoming environment for our customers.

What you'll do:

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across all kitchen areas, equipment, and stores, ensuring timely and efficient cleaning.
• Handle, clean, and correctly store all plates, cutlery, utensils, and kitchen equipment, keeping everything ready for use.
• Follow all Food Safety, Health & Safety, and COSHH procedures, using equipment safely and reporting hazards, defects, or faulty items immediately.
• Keep accurate awareness of cleaning materials, minimise waste, and notify the manager when stock levels are low.
• Support the wider team by handling customer concerns appropriately, covering other areas when needed, and attending training to maintain standards.

What you'll bring:

• Previous experience working in a kitchen environment
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to support the wider team
• Ability to grow and improve through training, coaching, and feedback
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to interact effectively with customers, clients, and colleagues at all levels

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more thana job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.You’ll belong in acompany and team that values you foryou; you’ll act with purpose and have animpact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your ownway.Inaddition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards, andbenefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and well-being support.
• An Employee Assistance Program to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice and support with work-related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a 24-hour virtual GP Service
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme offers great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan.
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their careers at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.

Readyto be part of something greater? Apply today and start your journey withSodexo!