Kitchen Porter

Harri; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 1,378,000 - 1,653,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Flexible shifts

Service charge

Job summary

Wildwood in Fareham is hiring a Kitchen Porter to support chefs and keep the kitchen running smoothly from prep to service. You’ll be hands-on with prep, washing dishes and maintaining a clean, organized work area while learning on the job.

No prior experience is required; come with energy, a positive attitude and a willingness to get stuck in. We offer flexible shifts, full training, regular check-ins with your manager and access to service charge.

Qualifications

• No prior kitchen experience required; training provided.
• You’ll be hands-on in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Bring energy and a can-do attitude to support the team.

Responsibilities

• Prepping ingredients and washing dishes.
• Keep work areas clean, organized and safe.
• Assist chefs and help desserts when needed.

Skills

Team player

Hardworking

Willingness to learn

Job description

The role
This isn’t just about helping in the kitchen it’s about being part of the team that makes every service happen.

As a Kitchen Porter, you’re right at the heart of the action. You’ll support the chefs, keep things clean and organised, and help make sure the kitchen runs smoothly from prep through to service.

You’ll be hands-on: prepping ingredients, washing dishes, keeping work areas clean and tidy, helping the chefs wherever needed and creating some of our delicious desserts.

No experience across everything is needed we’ll teach you as you go. Bring the right attitude, energy and willingness to get stuck in, and we’ll help you build your skills and become a key part of the kitchen team.

Why you’ll love it here

• Competitive hourly rate + great service charge -*advertised pay rate is national minimum wage based on age with predicated service charge
• Full training - we’ve got you
• Regular check-ins and coffee chats with your manager
• Access to Wagestream (flex your pay your way)
• Real progression opportunities - grow with us
• Flexible shifts - perfect for studies, side hustles, or balance

Who we are

Wildwood, now part of the Bow Street Group, is all about Italian-inspired food, great cocktails and welcoming spaces where people love to come together. We're on a mission to make Wildwood better than ever, investing in our restaurants, our people and every guest experience.

With 27 restaurants and big expansion plans for 2026, there’s serious room to grow with us!

The vibe

Think great food, high standards, a fast-paced kitchen and a team that knows how to have fun while getting the job done.

No egos. No shouting. Just real people working together, supporting each other and taking pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen.

We work hard, keep the energy high and look out for each other because when the kitchen is buzzing, the whole restaurant feels it.

Everyone’s welcome

We’re building a team that reflects the world around us.

All backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are encouraged - it’s what makes us stronger.

Our culture

Our culture is shaped by three core values: Creativity - always looking for better ways to do things; Ownership - taking responsibility and making things happen; and Collaboration - working together to achieve shared success.

If these values resonate with you we'd love to hear from you.

Compensation: Minimum Wage