Kitchen Porter Luso

MJMK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% staff discount

Team referral bonus

Career development

Wellbeing support

Free staff meals

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Enhanced pension after 5 years

Job summary

Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia, London, is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support our busy kitchen team. No prior kitchen experience is required; we will train you fully.

You will help with cleaning, food prep support, and maintaining a safe, tidy workspace. Join MJMK Restaurants and enjoy a 50% staff discount across our venues, a team referral bonus, free staff meals, wellbeing support, enhanced maternity/paternity pay after one year, and a generous pension after five

Qualifications

• No prior kitchen experience required; full training provided.

Job description

Kitchen Porter

Opened in September 2025 on Charlotte Street, Luso is a contemporary Portuguese restaurant developed in collaboration with acclaimed chef Leandro Carreira, known for his bold, ingredient-led approach and time at the legendary Mugaritz. Taking the place of Lisboeta, Luso celebrates Portugal's Iberian Atlantic coastline where land, sea, and centuries-old wood fire cooking traditions come together. Expect refined, modern expressions of iconic dishes alongside a wine list showcasing the richness of Portugal's terroirs. Luso is the latest chapter from MJMK Restaurants a proud evolution that honours Lisboeta's legacy while shaping a bold new future for the team and space.

About MJMK Restaurants

MJMK Restaurants own and operate a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, our journey began with Casa do Frango. In 2020, we partnered with chef patron Santiago Lastra to open KOL, a restaurant in Marylebone celebrating Mexican cuisine with British ingredients. KOL has since earned a Michelin Star and been named one of the World's 50 Best Restaurants.

In 2024 saw two new ventures: Fonda, a contemporary Mexican concept in Mayfair - our second collaboration with Santiago Lastra - and AngloThai in Marylebone, a debut restaurant from husband-and-wife John and Desiree Chantarasak, blending Thai flavours with British ingredients. Within three months of opening, AngloThai earned a Michelin star.

In the 2025 National Restaurant Awards, AngloThai was named The Square Opening of the Year and ranked 7th in the Top 100 list, followed by KOL at number 50. Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant in Fitzrovia, opened in September 2025.

As a Kitchen Porter at Luso, we can offer you:

• 50% staff discount across all MJMK Restaurants.
• Up to £500 team referral bonus.
• Opportunity to develop your career with MJMK Restaurants.
• Mental health and well-being assistance withHospitality Actionwho can offer free advice and counselling if you're struggling at work or at home.
• Free staff meals while on shift.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, after your first year with us.
• An enhanced pension plan after you've worked with us for 5 years.

A Luso Kitchen Porter is:

• A team-player. We believe that our people are stronger together and support each other, no matter what department they work in.
• Passionate about food and hospitality.
• Responsible for their knowledge and learning in their job role, always looking to consistently be the best.
• Able to work with integrity, excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Adaptable to changes and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes with and understanding of cleaning kitchen areas and surfaces.

You don't necessarily need experience for the role, we will be happy to train you fully if you're passionate about working in a kitchen. Bem-vindo à nossa casa; welcome to our home.