Kitchen Porter

Wellington College; Sandhurst; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington College Prep in Sandhurst, Berkshire, invites applications for a reliable Kitchen Porter to support the catering team in daily meals for pupils and staff. You will help maintain hygiene, manage dishwashing, stock and dining area cleanliness while assisting with deliveries and waste management.

A collaborative, careful approach and willingness to follow food hygiene and safety rules are essential. Experience in kitchen or catering settings is helpful, though training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen, catering or hygiene-focused settings is valuable.
• Ability to manage physically active work and follow safety procedures.
• Food hygiene training is welcomed but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of hygiene across equipment, pot-wash facilities, storage areas and external catering spaces.
• Move provisions and equipment, assist with deliveries.
• Ensure waste is managed carefully in line with procedures.
• Support the smooth preparation and service of fresh meals for pupils, staff and visitors.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cleaning & hygiene

Food hygiene knowledge

Teamwork

Tools

Industrial dishwashers

Job description

Wellington College Prep is a vibrant and nurturing preparatory school. We provide a warm, inspiring community where every pupil is encouraged to develop curiosity, confidence, and character.

Located in Sandhurst, Berkshire, within the grounds of Wellington College, the Prep School provides a warm and inspiring setting for learning and work.

You will play an important role in our school community, working alongside dedicated colleagues to ensure the smooth and effective running of Wellington. Your contribution will directly support pupils, staff, and visitors every day, and you will have access to development opportunities that help you grow in your career.

Wellington College Prep is seeking a reliable and conscientious Kitchen Porter to play an important part in the daily life of our busy Catering Department. This practical, active role helps to ensure that kitchen, pantry, storage and dining support areas remain clean, safe and well organised throughout the school day, creating the conditions in which excellent meals and service can be delivered for pupils, staff and visitors.

Working closely with the Head Chef, Duty Chef and wider catering team, you will take pride in maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness across equipment, pot-wash facilities, storage areas and external catering spaces. You will use kitchen and cleaning machinery safely following training, support the movement of provisions and equipment, assist with deliveries, and ensure that waste is managed carefully in line with established procedures. Your contribution will support the smooth preparation and service of fresh, nutritious meals, including for pupils with particular dietary needs.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team and understands the value of consistent routines, careful attention to detail and safe working practices. Experience in a kitchen, catering, cleaning or other hygiene-focused setting would be valuable, alongside the ability to manage physically active work responsibly. Experience with industrial dishwashing or mechanical cleaning equipment, and food hygiene training, would be welcomed but are not essential.

Above all, we are looking for a colleague who brings kindness, respect and a positive, can-do approach to supporting the wider school community. You will be dependable, flexible when operational needs change, and committed to following food hygiene, health and safety and safeguarding expectations with care and professionalism.

Wellington College Prep is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must have the right to work in the UK.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We promote an inclusive and supportive environment and are an equal opportunities employer.

Wellington College Prep Vacancies

Closing date: 15th October