Kitchen Porter

Pow Food; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wellness catering firm in Greater London is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join their Central Production Unit. The role involves maintaining cleanliness in a fast-paced kitchen environment and assisting the team to ensure efficient operations. Previous kitchen experience is desirable. Applicants should be reliable and passionate about promoting workplace wellbeing. This full-time position offers structured hours, free meals, and health benefits.

Benefits

Free nutritious breakfast and lunch daily

Private health insurance and benefits package

Discounted or free food

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment is desirable.
• Strong understanding of hygiene, food safety, and Health & Safety standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Support daily kitchen operations and management decisions.
• Clean and sanitise dishes and kitchen equipment.
• Assist chefs with basic food preparation.

Skills

Organised

Proactive

Effective Communication

Understanding of Hygiene Standards

Job description

Pay

£14.50 per hour

Job Description

Kitchen Porter – Central Production Unit (CPU)

Location

Pow Food, 26 Chase Road, NW10 6QN

Salary

£14.50 per hour

Hours

Monday - Friday, 6:30am-3:30pm

About Pow Food

Pow Food is a female‑founded, B Corp‑certified catering company on a mission to improve workplace wellbeing through chef‑prepared, nutrient‑rich meals. We partner with London’s most forward‑thinking businesses, combining operational excellence with a deep commitment to health, sustainability, and hospitality.

The Role

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our CPU. This is a hands‑on role in a fast‑paced, wellness‑led catering environment, supporting our kitchen team and helping maintain a high standard of cleanliness, organisation, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the actions and decisions of Management in daily kitchen operations
• Work efficiently to help maintain a productive kitchen environment
• Operate dishwashing machines and other cleaning equipment according to procedures
• Clean and sanitise dishes, pots, pans, utensils, work surfaces, ovens, sinks, floors, walls, cupboards, grease filters, and grease traps
• Maintain cleanliness of staff areas and rubbish disposal
• Assist with stocktaking of crockery, glassware, cutlery, and utensils when required
• Wear protective clothing and maintain high standards of personal hygiene and appearance
• Comply fully with Health & Safety regulations, including hygiene standards and COSHH
• Assist chefs with basic food preparation, such as washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients
• Receive and unpack deliveries, store items correctly, and help organise stock in storage areas, refrigerators, and freezers
• Keep kitchen and storage areas tidy and organised, ensuring all equipment is clean and stored properly

About You

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment is desirable
• Knowledge of Pow Food’s philosophy and passion for supporting workplace wellbeing
• Strong understanding of hygiene, food safety, and Health & Safety standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining high standards
• Organised, proactive, and willing to support management and kitchen team
• Professional, reliable, and able to communicate effectively with colleagues

What We Offer

• Structured Monday to Friday schedule
• Free nutritious breakfast and lunch daily
• Private health insurance and benefits package
• Be part of a mission‑led, sustainability‑focused B Corp at the forefront of wellness catering

If you are reliable, hardworking, and passionate about supporting a high‑performing kitchen team, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief introduction.

Job Types

Full‑time, Permanent

Benefits

• Discounted or free food
• Private medical insurance

Work Location

In person