Kitchen Porter

Houston & Hawkes; Romford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in catering is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Porter to join their vibrant team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to grow within the hospitality sector, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and maintenance in a dynamic kitchen environment. You will be involved in various tasks, from washing up to assisting in food preparation, all while enjoying the benefits of a supportive workplace that values creativity and professional development. With weekends off and a range of perks, this position is perfect for those looking to build a rewarding career in catering.

Benefits

Free meals at work

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Company events

Uniform provided

28 days holiday

Recognition schemes

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Day off on your birthday

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and a willingness to assist in the kitchen.
• Great team player with a desire for a long-term career in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen areas and equipment.
• Assist with washing dishes and basic food preparation tasks.
• Manage waste disposal and perform deep cleaning duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Basic food preparation

Job description

Job role: Kitchen Porter - Weekends off!!!

Location: Central London, W1D 3BG

Salary: £14.28 per hour

Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday, 40 hours

Houston & Hawkes are looking for a Kitchen Porter to join our team, providing a first class service based at our prestigious contract in central London.

If you’re looking for a career that offers flexibility, excitement, and progression, then contract catering could be for you! We’ll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of.

Kitchen Porter Duties:

• Ensuring that high standards of cleanliness and maintenance of the kitchen areas and equipment are kept throughout service
• Collecting and washing up dirty pots and pans
• Keeping work surfaces, walls and floors clean and sanitised at all times
• Ensuring that crockery, cutlery and equipment are clean and ready for service
• Helping with basic food preparation and cooking tasks when required
• Managing the emptying of bins, waste and recycling in the kitchen
• Carrying out weekly and monthly deep cleaning duties in line with company guidelines

Kitchen Porter Requirements:

• Strong work ethic — keen to get involved within the kitchen
• Great team player — happy to help others out
• Interested in pursuing a long-term career within hospitality

Kitchen Porter Additional Benefits:

• Free meals at work
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free access to the company Employee Assistance Programme
• Company events including all company Christmas party
• Uniform provided
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Family-friendly support, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and adoption leave
• Day off on your birthday
• Referral bonuses

Who We Are:

Houston & Hawkes is a young and dynamic independent caterer based in the South East. We are proud to be an award-winning company, ranked among the top 30 companies to work for in the hospitality industry, and a certified B Corp company. We believe in creating memorable experiences for our customers through our vibrant, creative, and sustainable food offerings. We operate coffee bars, staff restaurants, and delis, tailored to our clients’ hospitality and event needs. Committed to social responsibility, passionate about Great British produce and dedicated to our talented teams.

Join Houston & Hawkes and be part of a team that values excellence, creativity, and professional growth.