Kitchen Porter

BaxterStorey; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement 28 days

Birthday leave

Free meals on shift

Development opportunities

Apprenticeships

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a proactive Kitchen Porter in Hounslow to support the kitchen team with dishwashing, cleanliness, and basic food preparation. You will help maintain hygienic prep areas and assist with inventory, while working closely with front-of-house staff to ensure a welcoming environment.

The role emphasizes physical stamina, teamwork, and adherence to food safety practices. Full-time, permanent position; salary not specified, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• No formal education required, but a high school diploma or equivalent may be preferred.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Dishwashing – Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment by hand or with industrial dishwashers.
• Kitchen Cleanliness – Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops, and food preparation areas; manage waste disposal.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kitchen Porter

Company: Baxterstorey Salary: Not specified Hours: Full-time Location: Hounslow Job type: Permanent Posting date: 3 Nov 2026 Closing date: 3 Dec 2026

We are looking for a proactive Kitchen Porter to assist the Kitchen Team in the day to day running of the Kitchen. As a BaxterStorey Kitchen Porter you will play a crucial role in supporting kitchen staff by ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen areas, as well as assisting with basic food preparation. You will also have the opportunity to work with our front of house team and our customers, to create a genuinely welcoming environment.

• Plus your birthday off
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carer leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Job Description

• Dishwashing – Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using industrial dishwashers
• Kitchen Cleanliness – Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops, and food preparation areas. Empty rubbish bins and ensure proper disposal of waste materials
• Food Preparation – Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling, chopping, and slicing ingredients
• Inventory Management – Assist in receiving, storing, and organising kitchen supplies and ingredients
• Compliance with Health and safety – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen ensuring equipment is in good working order

Qualifications

• No formal education is required, but a high school diploma or equivalent may be preferred
• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices is a plus
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don't meet all requirements, we'd like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

Benefits

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carer leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme