Kitchen Porter

Sodexo; Maidstone; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading service company in Maidstone is looking for a friendly Kitchen Porter to join their team on a part-time basis. The ideal candidate will help maintain high standards of cleanliness and support their colleagues to ensure a smooth operation. Responsibilities include cleaning kitchen areas and equipment, following safety procedures, and assisting with customer concerns. The position offers £13.85 per hour, with perks including meals during shifts, parking, and access to a range of support services.

Benefits

Free meal whilst on shift

Free onsite parking

Online 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 ability to support the wider team.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Ability to learn and improve

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday.
• Monday - Thursday 10:30 till 13:45.
• Friday 09:30 till 12:30.
• 16 hours per week.

Compensation & Benefits

• £13.85 per hour.
• Free meal whilst on shift.
• Free onsite parking.
• 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.