Kitchen Porter

Sodexo; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Blue Light Card access

Sodexo Benefits

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Full training

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Kitchen Porter at Royal Stoke Hospital to support our chefs and keep the kitchen running smoothly. You’ll work behind the scenes to ensure every dish is prepared to the highest standard while upholding hygiene and safety protocols.

This role requires a proactive, flexible team member who can handle a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing schedules. The position offers 24.5 hours per week across a 4-on/4-off pattern with a starting hourly rate in a competitive range.

Qualifications

• Must have a positive attitude and professional approach.
• Strong communication and listening skills for customer care.
• Emotionally resilient and able to stay calm under pressure.
• Reliable team player who can also work independently.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Carry out kitchen porter duties in line with schedules and supervisor instructions.
• Comply with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) standards.
• Move food trolleys and equipment safely following procedures.
• Deliver ad hoc food and equipment to wards and clinical areas.
• Maintain hygiene and ensure equipment is cleaned and operational.

Skills

Positive attitude

Communication

Resilience

Team player

Health & safety awareness

Stamina

Initiative

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• 24.5 Hours a Week / 4 days on 4 days off / 06:00 - 13:30
• £10.90 - £13.14 per hour
• Uniform Provided / Access to Blue Light Card / Sodexo Benefits
• 20 Days Holiday per Year + Bank Holidays
• Location is Royal Stoke Hospital

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Job Introduction

A Role That Keeps You Moving - Join Sodexoas a Kitchen Porter

Are you looking for a role where no two days are the same, where you can grow, belong, and be part of something greater? As aKitchen PorteratSodexo Royal Stoke Hospital, you'll play a vital role in keeping our kitchen running smoothly, working behind the scenes to support our chefs and ensure every dish is served to the highest standard.

If this is, YOU join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you'll do:

• Carry out a range of kitchen porter duties in line with schedules and supervisor instructions
• Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) legislation and standard
• Take responsibility for personal and team health & safety, ensuring no risk to others
• Deliver ad hoc food and equipment items to wards and clinical areas
• Communicate effectively with colleagues to support catering service delivery
• Complete daily records and documentation accurately and on time
• Move food trolleys and equipment safely, following procedures and escalation routes
• Maintain hygiene, cleanliness, infection control, and ensure equipment is properly cleaned, serviced, and operational

What you bring:

• A positive attitude, professionalism, and respect for others
• Strong communication and listening skills with a focus on excellent customer care
• Emotionally resilient with the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to respond quickly to change
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements in the workplace
• A reliable team player who can also use initiative and work independently
• The ability to stay on your feet and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills (e.g. food safety, health & hygiene)

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn't just a job - it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications - so don't wait!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer.We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.