Kitchen Porter

The Columbo Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off across Columbo venues

Nest pension scheme

Columbo Academy training

Paid weekend off

Referral scheme

Job summary

The Blues Kitchen London, operated by The Columbo Group, is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support a busy kitchen and live-music venue. You will help keep dishes moving, assist chefs, and ensure a clean and safe environment across shifts.

Ideal candidates are hardworking, reliable and organised, with a positive team spirit and a willingness to learn within a dynamic hospitality setting in central London.

Qualifications

• Must be hardworking and reliable.
• Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Committed to maintaining high cleanliness and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment during service.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organised and safe at all times.
• Assist chefs with basic prep and kitchen tasks as needed.
• Manage waste, recycling and stock deliveries.
• Support overall hygiene standards across the kitchen.

Skills

Hardworking

Reliable

Organised

Team player

Attention to cleanliness

Job description

We're looking for a Kitchen Porter to join the kitchen team at The Blues Kitchen London.

The award-winning Blues Kitchen is one of London's most iconic venues. Known for its Southern-inspired interiors, legendary live music programme and vibrant dining room, it's a place where great food, strong drinks and incredible performances come together every night of the week. Serving up all-American comfort food classics alongside expertly crafted cocktails, The Blues Kitchen has built a reputation as one of the city's most loved places to eat, drink and experience live music.

Behind the scenes, the kitchen runs at a fast pace to deliver food to a busy dining room alongside a full programme of live music. We're looking for someone hardworking, reliable and positive who can support the kitchen team and help keep the operation running smoothly.

See us in action: @theblueskitchen | @the_columbo_group

What You'll Be Doing

• Washing dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment throughout service.
• Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and safe at all times.
• Supporting chefs with basic prep and kitchen tasks when needed.
• Managing waste, recycling and stock deliveries.
• Helping maintain high hygiene standards across the kitchen.

What We're Looking For

• Someone hardworking, reliable and organised.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• A positive attitude and strong team mentality.
• Good attention to cleanliness and hygiene.
• A willingness to learn and support the team.

What to Expect

• Competitive pay: £12.71 per hour plus tronc total package usually between £12.71 to £13.21 per hour. Hourly wages paid every two weeks on a Friday and tronc paid on the last Friday of the month.
• A busy kitchen environment where every shift brings something different.
• A supportive team and a relaxed working culture.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• 50% off across all Columbo venues, plus free access to our events and festivals.
• Training and development through the Columbo Academy.
• Hero of the Month recognition, including a paid weekend off.
• Generous Referral Scheme.
• Opportunities for global industry trips for top performers.
• Pension scheme via Nest.