Kitchen Porter - Mon to Fri - City of London

Baxterstorey; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality services company in London is seeking a Kitchen Porter to maintain a clean and organised kitchen while assisting with food preparation tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, physical stamina, and a keen attention to detail. This position offers various benefits, including enhanced leave, training opportunities, and more.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Plus your birthday off

3 volunteering days

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• No formal education is required, but a high school diploma or equivalent may be preferred.
• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using industrial dishwashers.
• Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops, and food preparation areas.
• Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and organising kitchen supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Dishwashing – Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment either by hand or using industrial dishwashers.
• Kitchen Cleanliness – Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops and food preparation areas, empty rubbish bins and ensure proper waste disposal.
• Food Preparation – Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping and slicing ingredients.
• Inventory Management – Assist in receiving, storing and organising kitchen supplies and ingredients.
• Compliance with Health and safety – Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, ensuring equipment is in good working order.

Qualifications

• No formal education is required, but a high school diploma or equivalent may be preferred.
• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Introduction

For almost 20 years, for every client in every location – whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university – we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve. We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible.

Do you have a passion for maintaining a well‑organised, clean kitchen that runs like a well‑oiled machine? Do you have stamina, good attention to detail and communication skills? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey, we believe that creating a lasting impression for our customers is not possible without the support of the entire team. That’s why we’re looking for a Kitchen Porter who strives to exceed expectations at every turn.

As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments. We believe that it is our people that set us apart, so as a member of our team you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work‑life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities. Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions and socio‑economic backgrounds. BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’. Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Plus your birthday off.
• 3 volunteering days.
• 3 days grandparent leave.
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave.
• Secondary carer leave.
• Wedding/commitment day leave.
• Free meals on shift.
• Bespoke training and development opportunities.
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels.
• Pension and life insurance.
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays and cinema.
• Wellbeing hub.
• Access to employee assistance programme.
• Cycle to work scheme.