Kitchen Porter

Sodexo Ltd; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Apprenticeships

Career development

Wellbeing resources

Discounts

Retirement plan

Death in service

Cycle to work

Volunteering

Flexible work

Uniform provided

Job summary

Sodexo is recruiting a Kitchen Porter for Merville Barracks, Colchester. The role is hands-on in a fast-paced kitchen, keeping spaces and equipment clean and organized, while supporting chefs with daily tasks.

The position offers on-the-job training, funded apprenticeship qualifications, and clear opportunities for career development, wellbeing resources, and a protective uniform, with a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a busy kitchen environment.
• Good attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Previous experience is a plus, but not essential – full training provided!

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen, utensils, and equipment are kept clean and hygienic.
• Assist chefs and kitchen staff with basic tasks when needed.
• Manage dishwashing and waste disposal efficiently.
• Keep stock of cleaning supplies and report any shortages.
• Follow all food safety and health & safety regulations.

Skills

Team player

Busy kitchen

Attention to detail

Willing to learn

Job description

Various shifts between operational hours of 07:00 - 20:00

£12.71 per hour

Free Car parking

Plan Your Journey | Traveline- thedestination you should input is Colchester, CO2 7UT

JobDescription:

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced kitchen environment? Sodexo is seeking a dedicated

Kitchen Porter

to join our team at

Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester, CO2 7UT

If you thrive in a team setting and take pride in keeping things clean and organised, we'd love to hear from you!

WhatYou'LL Do:

• Ensure the kitchen, utensils, and equipment are kept clean and hygienic.
• Assist chefs and kitchen staff with basic tasks when needed.
• Manage dishwashing and waste disposal efficiently.
• Keep stock of cleaning supplies and report any shortages.
• Follow all food safety and health & safety regulations.

What We're Looking For:

• A team player with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a busy kitchen environment.
• Good attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Previous experience is a plus, but not essential – full training provided!

What we offer:

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within Sodexo
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

Join us and be part of a companythat values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications