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Kitchen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Discounts at restaurants and spa

Friends & Family rates

IHG employee rate

Complimentary stay after probation

Healthcare plan

Employee discounts

Season ticket loan

EAP (24/7 online GP)

Training & development

Bike to work

Free meals on duty

Refer a Friend incentive

Community initiatives

Job summary

Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd’s Bush is seeking a Kitchen Porter to help keep our kitchen spotless and safe. You will support chefs and servers, maintain hygiene standards, and assist with waste control and stock movement. A positive attitude and physical stamina are essential, with training provided for specifics.

We offer competitive benefits and the opportunity to grow within a vibrant hotel community. All applicants must have rights to work in the UK and be prepared for shifts including

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and team spirit.
• Great attention to detail and pride in doing a thorough job.
• Physical stamina to stand and lift during shifts.
• Ability to follow hygiene, health & safety, and food safety procedures.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Experience in a similar role is a bonus, but full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Keep kitchen spotless and sanitized to high standards.
• Support waste control and maintain a tidy back-of-house space.
• Operate dishwashing machines and cleaning tools safely per COSHH.
• Assist chefs and servers during busy periods and events.
• Maintain floors and work areas, follow health & safety policies.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team spirit

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Hygiene & safety procedures

Flexibility for shifts

Job description

Behind every great meal is a spotless kitchen.

At Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd’s Bush, we believe every role matters, and behind the scenes, it’s our Kitchen Porters who keep things running smoothly. From sparkling kitchens to clean equipment, your work helps our chefs and servers shine. If you’re reliable, hardworking and take pride in creating a clean and safe space, then this is your chance to join our team!

What’s Our Story?

Hotel Indigo reflects the creative, dynamic personality of Shepherd’s Bush. We’re more than a hotel, we’re a community hub where great food, bold design, and local energy come together. Our back-of-house is just as important as front-of-house, and we’re building a team of people who care about quality, teamwork, and detail.

Here’s what you can look forward to as a Kitchen Porter:

Annual Salary: £26,436.80

• Pension with company contributions
• 50% discount in all our restaurants and Spa treatments across our properties
• Team member and Friends & Family rates across our properties
• IHG Employee rate across 6000 hotels globally
• Complimentary stay after passing probation
• Access to healthcare cash plan
• Extensive employee benefits and discounts
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 online GP, mental health & wellbeing support
• World-class training, apprenticeships and management development programmes
• Bike to work scheme
• Free meals on duty
• ‘Recommend a Friend’ incentive
• Social and community-focused initiatives and events

A Day in Your Neighbourhood

• Keep it spotless – Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, equipment, silverware, crockery and glassware to the highest standards.
• Support waste control – Empty rubbish bins and clean waste areas. Follow recycling procedures and maintain a tidy, safe back-of-house space.
• Handle equipment with care – Operate dishwashing machines and cleaning tools safely, following COSHH and hygiene protocols.
• Be part of the team – Support chefs and servers throughout the day, especially during busy meal periods and events.
• Maintain standards – Keep floors swept and mopped, wash down work areas, and help ensure health & safety policies are followed at all times.
• Stay organised – Help with stock movement and storage, and make sure all equipment is returned to the right place after cleaning.

What’s Your Story?

You're reliable, energetic, and ready to work hard behind the scenes. You'll shine in this Kitchen Porter role if you bring:

• A positive attitude and team spirit
• Great attention to detail and pride in doing a thorough job
• Physical stamina to be on your feet and lifting throughout your shift
• Ability to follow hygiene, health & safety, and food safety procedures
• Flexibility to work shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Experience in a similar role is a bonus, but full training is provided

Join us as a Kitchen Porter at Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd’s Bush, and help keep our neighbourhood kitchen running at its best.

All applicants must have existing rights to work status in the UK.