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Baxterstorey; Rochester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bank Holl.

Birthday off

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Secondary carerleave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development

Apprenticeships opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Job summary

Baxterstorey is seeking a reliable and organised Kitchen Porter to join our team in Rochester, United Kingdom. This permanent, full‑time role supports kitchen operations, ensuring the facilities remain clean, hygienic, and well‑organised to help the culinary team succeed.

We offer ongoing training, a good work‑life balance, and opportunities for development within the hospitality sector. Join a supportive, inclusive team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a kitchen or hospitality environment (desirable).
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, with knowledge of HACCP principles.
• Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to obtain one (desirable).
• Physical stamina and ability to lift, carry, and move items regularly throughout a shift.
• Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong time keeping and reliability with a commitment to punctuality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, pressurised environment.
• Excellent people skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to take direction.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of personal hygiene and professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, including washing, sanitising, and storing kitchen equipment, utensils, and crockery.
• Prepare and maintain the kitchen environment in accordance with food safety regulations and organisational standards.
• Assist with the receipt, storage, and organisation of food and non-food supplies.
• Support the kitchen team by performing general duties such as peeling vegetables, portioning ingredients, and preparing items for cooking.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including dishwashers and waste disposal systems.
• Manage waste disposal and recycling in compliance with environmental and health and safety guidelines.
• Respond promptly to requests from kitchen and catering staff, demonstrating flexibility and a supportive attitude.
• Report any maintenance issues, equipment faults, or hygiene concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain excellent time keeping and reliability, ensuring consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment for all team members.

Skills

Experience in kitchen/hospitality

Food safety & HACCP

Level 1 Food Hygiene Cert

Stamina & physical fitness

Attention to detail

Punctuality & reliability

Teamwork & communication

Adaptability to shifts

Education

Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

• 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 & cinema


• Access to employee assistance programme


• Cycle to work scheme

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, that’s why 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.

If you are a

Kitchen Porter who is enthusiastic and thrives in a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description

Baxterstorey is seeking a reliable and organised Kitchen Porter to join our team in Rochester, United Kingdom. As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in supporting our kitchen operations, ensuring that our facilities remain clean, hygienic, and well-organised. This is a permanent position offering the opportunity to work within a dynamic hospitality environment where your contribution directly supports our culinary team's success.

• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, including washing, sanitising, and storing kitchen equipment, utensils, and crockery Prepare and maintain the kitchen environment in accordance with food safety regulations and organisational standards Assist with the receipt, storage, and organisation of food and non-food supplies


• Support the kitchen team by performing general duties such as peeling vegetables, portioning ingredients, and preparing items for cooking Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including dishwashers and waste disposal systems Manage waste disposal and recycling in compliance with environmental and health and safety guidelines


• Respond promptly to requests from kitchen and catering staff, demonstrating flexibility and a supportive attitude Report any maintenance issues, equipment faults, or hygiene concerns to the appropriate supervisor Maintain excellent time keeping and reliability, ensuring consistent attendance and punctuality Adhere to all health and safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment for all team members

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a kitchen or hospitality environment (desirable) Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, with knowledge of HACCP principles Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to obtain one (desirable)


• Physical stamina and ability to lift, carry, and move items regularly throughout a shift Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail Strong time keeping and reliability with a commitment to punctuality Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, pressurised environment


• Excellent people skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team Effective communication skills and willingness to take direction Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required Commitment to maintaining high standards of personal hygiene and professional appearance

Additional Information

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. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

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.

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Kitchen Porter

Company: Baxterstorey

Salary: £13.45 to £13.45 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: ROCHESTER, ME1 2XX

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 14 Sept 2026

Closing date: 14 Oct 2026

Summary

Company Description

Title: Kitchen Porter

Location: BAE - Rochester

Salary: £13.45ph

Benefits:

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays


• Plus your birthday off


• 3 volunteering days


• 3 days grandparent leave


• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave


• Secondary carerleave


• 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 & cinema


• Wellbeing hub


• Access