Kitchen Porter

Zizzi; Manchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Minimum-hour contract

Earned wages with Stream

Free meals on shift

50% off meals when not on shift

24/7 Virtual GP

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on travel, cinema, top brand

Job summary

Zizzi is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support a fast-paced kitchen in our Manchester restaurant. You will help the chefs by keeping the station organized and spotless, washing dishes, and assisting with basic prep.

The role rewards reliability, energy, and a positive attitude, with opportunities for development in a busy, Italian-themed kitchen. We offer flexible hours, on-site work, and perks like free meals on shift and wage-advance options, making this a great entry point into hospitality and

Qualifications

• Zero experience required; enthusiasm and reliability matter.
• Interest in fast-paced kitchen and Italian food.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, cutlery, and kitchen equipment quickly and safely.
• Help keep the kitchen clean and hygienic to high standards.
• Assist with basic food prep and prep readiness of equipment.
• Follow safety guidelines to keep the kitchen organized.
• Support the team during busy service times.

Skills

Energy

Strong work ethic

Team player

Food safety minded

Job description

Our story:

Zizzi started in 1999 with a little wine, a big oven, and this huge dream to serve Italian, our way. You'll know us for bubbly pizzas, fresh pasta, and good times. We don’t do bland food, people or restaurants.

About the role:

As a Zizzi Kitchen Porter, you'll create the organised, clean workspace that lets our chefs and food shine. We’re looking for a reliable teammate who loves the fast-paced energy of a buzzing kitchen and knows that a spotless station is the secret behind every perfect plate. If you love food, being part of a kitchen team, and taking pride in standards, let’s talk.

What you’ll do:

• Wash plates, cutlery, and kitchen equipment quickly and safely to keep our high-volume services running smoothly.
• Help keep the kitchen spotless, making sure every station hits our strict hygiene standards.
• Assist the kitchen team with basic food prep and ensure all equipment is clean and ready when needed.
• Follow our simple safety guidelines to keep the kitchen organised and a great place to work for everyone.
• Jump in to help your teammates wherever needed to keep the restaurant energy high.

What’s in it for you:

• Flexible hours and the guaranteed stability of aminimum-hour contract.
• Clear pathways to train up to a Chef or Kitchen Management role.
• Access your earned wages whenever you need them with Stream.
• Free meals when you're on shift, and 50% off when you aren't.
• 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts on travel, cinema, and top brands.

What we're looking for:

• Zero experience needed. Just energy, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to get stuck in.
• A genuine interest in how a busy kitchen works and a love for great Italian food.
• A hardworking team player who stays reliable and positive when the kitchen gets busy.
• Someone who takes genuine pride in maintaining high food safety standards.
• Flexible and ready to support the team during our busiest times, including evenings and weekends.

Why you’ll fit right in:

We want you in the kitchen, as you are, from day 1. We love individuality - bold tattoos, bad singing, big laugh, brave choices. We're a Times Top 500 Employer because we celebrate everyone’s differences. While we're on that, we're also the only Italian restaurant in the FT's UK’s Best Employers 2026 Special Report (all about working conditions, salary, potential for development and company image).