Kitchen Porter

Job Summary

Wedgwood The Restaurant is seeking a reliable, hardworking, and organised Kitchen Porter to support its kitchen team. The successful candidate will help maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen, wash dishes and equipment, assist with basic food preparation, and ensure kitchen areas remain organised throughout service. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, good teamwork skills, and a willingness to contribute to the smooth running of a busy restaurant.

Job Description

• Wash and clean dishes, cutlery, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils.
• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and follow cleaning procedures.
• Keep kitchen workstations, floors, and washing areas clean and tidy.
• Support chefs with basic food preparation tasks when required.
• Clean kitchen equipment and surfaces according to hygiene standards.
• Store clean dishes, utensils, and equipment in the correct locations.
• Remove rubbish and dispose of waste in accordance with workplace procedures.
• Help maintain clean and safe food preparation areas.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Use cleaning products safely and according to instructions.
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries when required.
• Check cleaning supplies and report shortages to the supervisor.
• Help maintain an organised kitchen during busy service periods.
• Work closely with chefs, kitchen assistants, and other team members.
• Complete additional cleaning and support duties as directed by the kitchen manager.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter, Dishwasher, or Cleaner is beneficial but not essential.
• Basic understanding of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ability to follow instructions and workplace safety procedures.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and handle kitchen items safely.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support the wider kitchen team.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends when required.

Pay: £18.00-£29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 39.0 per week

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Flexitime
• Free flu jabs
• Free or subsidised travel
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Housing allowance
• Language training provided
• On-site gym
• Paid volunteer time
• Private medical insurance
• Profit sharing
• Referral programme
• Relocation assistance
• Shuttle service provided
• Sick pay
• UK visa sponsorship
• Unlimited paid holidays
• Work from home

Work Location: In person