Kitchen Porter

£10.85 (20 and under) | £12.71 (21+) + tips

Our story:

Zizzi started in 1999 with a little wine,a big oven,and this huge dream to serve Italian,our way. You'll know us for bubbly pizzas,fresh pasta,and good times. We don’t do bland food,people or restaurants.

About the role:

As a Zizzi Kitchen Porter,you'll create the organised,clean workspace that lets our chefs and food shine. We’re looking for a reliable teammate who loves the fast-paced energy of a buzzing kitchen and knows that a spotless station is the secret behind every perfect plate. If you love food,being part of a kitchen team,and taking pride in standards,let’s talk.

What you’ll do:

• Wash plates,cutlery,and kitchen equipment quickly and safely to keep our high-volume services running smoothly.
• Help keep the kitchen spotless,making sure every station hits our strict hygiene standards.
• Assist the kitchen team with basic food prep and ensure all equipment is clean and ready when needed.
• Follow our simple safety guidelines to keep the kitchen organised and a great place to work for everyone.
• Jump in to help your teammates wherever needed to keep the restaurant energy high.

What’s in it for you:

• Flexible hours and the guaranteed stability of a minimum-hour contract.
• Clear pathways to train up to a Chef or Kitchen Management role.
• Access your earned wages whenever you need them with Stream.
• Free meals when you're on shift,and 50% off when you aren't.
• 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts on travel,cinema,and top brands.

What we're looking for:

• Zero experience needed. Just energy,a strong work ethic,and a willingness to get stuck in.
• A genuine interest in how a busy kitchen works and a love for great Italian food.
• A hardworking team player who stays reliable and positive when the kitchen gets busy.
• Someone who takes genuine pride in maintaining high food safety standards.
• Flexible and ready to support the team during our busiest times,including evenings and weekends.

Why you’ll fit right in:

We want you in the kitchen,as you are,from day 1. We love individuality - bold tattoos,bad singing,big laugh,brave choices. We're a Times Top 500 Employer because we celebrate everyone's differences. While we're on that,we're also the only Italian restaurant in the FT's UK’s Best Employers 2026 Special Report (all about working conditions,salary,potential for development and company image).