Kitchen Porter Full Time - Excel London

Levy UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in London is seeking a Kitchen Porter for a full-time role. You will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in a busy kitchen and supporting chefs in food preparation. The position offers a competitive salary of £29,988 along with excellent benefits including healthcare and 23 days' annual leave. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic team and contribute to unforgettable guest experiences.

Benefits

23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Healthcare & wellbeing support

Family benefits

Perks and discounts

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Ability to represent a brand positively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high cleanliness standards in the kitchen.
• Prepare fresh food quickly in a busy setting.
• Ensure chefs have necessary tools and ingredients.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Customer care experience

Initiative

Ability to work under pressure

Timekeeping and reliability

Job description

Kitchen Porter Recruitment Open Day - ExCel London, Friday 21st November 2025

Kitchen Porter - Excel London | Full-Time / Permanent

£29,988 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.

Apply today to be considered for our Kitchen Porter Recruitment Open Day! This is a chance to tour the kitchens, meet our team, and learn more about what it takes to work in this legendary entertainment venue.

If successful, we will contact you with an invite to attend on 21st November. Please note attendance is by invite only.

We are Levy

Levy is about elevating experiences. We are a leading global hospitality partner, designing and delivering unforgettable guest moments that prioritise people and the planet.

Trusted by some of the world’s most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events - including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London - we bring experiences to life with passion and precision.

Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show‑stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities.

We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations.

Kitchen Porter - the role

• Ensuring the kitchen is always kept at a high standard of cleanliness
• Working quickly to prepare fresh food in a busy kitchen
• Guaranteeing our chefs have everything they need to make our fresh dishes
• Preparing perfectly blended drinks and serving high‑quality food that delights our customers
• Being an enthusiastic team player
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

What we're looking for

• Be adaptable and easily embrace changing priorities
• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have experience delivering high quality customer care
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme
• Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
• Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Family benefits: 2 days’ additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby’s first birthday, enhanced family leave
• Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships
• Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, Preferred rates on salary finance products
• Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, Ongoing training and structured career pathways
• Meals on duty included

Why Join Us?

Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world’s largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.

We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.

Together, we create unforgettable experiences - and shape the future of hospitality.