Steward - Kitchen

Hotel Indigo; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Staff discount in restaurants and spa

IHG employee rate

Free meals on duty

Healthcare plan

Bike to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Training & development

Job summary

Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd’s Bush is seeking a Kitchen Porter to help maintain spotless kitchens and support our back-of-house team. You will clean surfaces, equipment and crockery to high standards and assist chefs and servers throughout the day.

The role requires reliability, energy, good attention to detail, and physical stamina. Training is provided, with shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays in a vibrant London neighbourhood.

Qualifications

• Reliability and energy to work behind the scenes in a busy kitchen.
• Strong teamwork and willingness to support chefs and servers.
• Good hygiene practices and attention to detail are essential.
• Physical stamina to be on your feet and lift during shifts.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Experience in a similar role is a bonus; full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Keep kitchen surfaces, equipment, and crockery spotless and sanitised to high standards.
• Support waste control and recycling procedures to maintain a clean back-of-house.
• Operate dishwashing machines and cleaning tools safely, following COSHH and hygiene rules.
• Be part of the team by assisting chefs and servers during busy periods and events.
• Maintain floors, wash areas, and health and safety compliance.
• Assist with stock movement and ensure equipment is returned to storage after cleaning.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Food safety awareness

Shift flexibility

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

This isn’t just about dishes, it’s about being part of a kitchen that creates incredible guest experiences.

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.