Kitchen Porter - Tuttons

Tuttons Brasserie (Nightcap Plc.); London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Covent Garden seeks a Kitchen Porter to join their vibrant team. Responsibilities include assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting inventory control. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude and a keen eye for detail, contributing to a fun and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Generous service charge

50% discount on food and drink

Access to discount portal

Early access to pay through Wagestream

£10,000 life assurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and development opportunities

Fun and vibrant working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a kitchen porter preferred but not required.
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks and heavy lifting.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing ingredients by washing, cleaning, and chopping.
• Maintain cleanliness in food preparation areas.
• Support with inventory control and organization of supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Team player mentality

Basic understanding of food safety

Positive attitude

Job description

Kitchen Porter – Tuttons

What's in It for You?

• Your dedication to the customer experience will be rewarded with a generous service charge.
• An amazing 50% discount on food and drink across all our awesome venues.
• Deals and discounts with a wide range of businesses through our discount portal.
• Early access to your pay through Wagestream.
• £10,000 life assurance to support your loved ones if the worst happens.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides consultation sessions on mental health, well-being and finance, grants, and any other needed support.
• Training and development opportunities. We're invested in your success during your time with us!
• Fun and vibrant working environment with a fantastic team.

This is a PART TIME/FULL TIME vacancy, with shifts based over (ENTER DAYS), and a wage starting at £(ENTER AMOUNT) per hour!

About Us:

Tuttons Brasserie is a stylish and traditional restaurant located in the heart of Covent Garden. This outstanding brasserie style restaurant & bar has occupied its enviable Covent Garden piazza position for almost 30 years and is undeniably one of the leading restaurants in the area. As well as its beautiful indoor dining room and private dining rooms, the restaurant boasts a magnificent outdoor terrace enabling diners to soak up the Covent Garden atmosphere whilst eating al fresco on the historic piazza. The menu features seasonal dishes and is designed to showcase traditional British dishes sourced from the best UK suppliers.

We have an exciting menu that is sure to leave people wanting more, but we need YOUto deliver it!

What We Need:

As a Kitchen Porter, you will work alongside our Kitchen Team to ensure smooth ingredient preparation and maintain cleanliness in our kitchen. Your responsibilities will also include inventory control, waste management, and proper organization of supplies. A keen eye for detail, exceptional time management, and strict adherence to food health and safety regulations will be key to your success in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Chef in preparing ingredients by washing, cleaning, peeling, cutting, and chopping fruits, vegetables, poultry, and meat.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in food preparation areas by following established standards and sanitizing surfaces.
• Thoroughly clean and store cooking appliances, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes.
• Keep the kitchen floors clean through sweeping, mopping, and wiping down kitchen walls.
• Support with unloading and organizing delivered food supplies.
• Ensure the proper storage and organization of food supplies.
• Promptly transfer meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchen as instructed by the Cook.
• Assist with inventory control and maintain records of notable food wastage.
• Team player with the ability to follow instructions effectively.

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience as a kitchen porter or in a similar role is preferred but not required.
• Physical stamina and the ability to handle repetitive tasks and heavy lifting.
• Attention to detail to ensure proper cleaning and sanitation of kitchen equipment and surfaces.
• Team player mentality with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene principles.
• Positive attitude and a strong work ethic.

About Nightcap:

Nightcap is an award-winning operator in the late-night bar scene. We operate a portfolio of bars and venues across the UK, including brands like The Cocktail Club, Tonight Josephine, Barrio Familia, and Dirty Martini to name just a few. With a mission to be the UK’s leading bar group. Our purpose of existence is the belief that EVERYONE deserves a great night out, and therefore it's everyone's job to make sure we create great nights... and days out! We have a lively and dynamic work-ethos across all our bars and offices. Our culture is creative, innovative, and collaborative, where everyone contributes ideas and brings their true self to work every day, as we are hell-bent on harnessing a place where everyone can belong. Working here is fast paced, at times challenging, but copious amounts of fun!

Our Values:

• We Start at the Bar - At Nightcap, we make every decision based on what is right for our bars. This ensures our choices are practical, guest-focused, and truly reflect our business. It's all about staying grounded in real experiences to drive our success.
• Proud AF -Taking pride in our work means striving for excellence and being dedicated to success. At Nightcap, we encourage our teams to bring their passion every day, delivering world-class service and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.
• Become Your Best Self - At Nightcap, we thrive on personal development of each other. We encourage our teams to seek growth, improve their skills, and enjoy the journey. It's about becoming the best version of yourself while having fun along the way.
• Own the Outcome - We believe in setting clear goals, taking full responsibility, and staying committed to achieve success. At Nightcap, we focus on results and make sure we follow through on our promises.
• People Are Everything - At Nightcap, we know our people are our greatest asset. We focus on creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported. Because at the end of the day, it's our people who make all the difference.

If you enjoy cooking up delicious food and providing excellent service to create memorable experiences for our guests, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

We look forward to having you join our team at Tuttons!