Kitchen Porter

Lexington Catering; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Job description

We’re a specialist catering company dedicated to providing delicious, healthy and exciting food for Independent Schools. We know the crucial role that food can play on a pupil’s ability to learn, develop and ultimately flourish. Food isn’t simply fuel, it’s critical to creating happy, healthy and inquisitive young minds.

Lexington is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children’s Barred List.

Our way of saying thank you…

At Lexington, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

• FREE On-Site Lunches: Savour delicious and healthy meals, on us, every day at work.
• Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom to balance work and personal life with our flexible working hours.
• Family Leave: Prioritise your family commitments with our family leave options designed to support you during important times.
• Paid Charity Leave: Make a difference in your community with paid time off to volunteer for your favourite causes.
• Opportunities for Career Progression: Grow and advance your career with us, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and a range of wellbeing benefits to keep you feeling your best, both professionally and personally.
• Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future with our life assurance and workplace pension schemes.
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks: Enjoy discounts and cashback on entertainment, leisure activities, and much more, alongside our popular cycle-to-work scheme.

Responsible for ensuring the transportation of all goods to and from the delivery area, cleaning of kitchen utensils and kitchen equipment.

Operational Skills

Necessary Operational Skills:

• Job Knowledge, Technical Knowledge, Expertise, Customer Service.

Duties:

• Ensure that effective quality of services are provided to the standard of the client, customers and company.
• Ensure the highest standards of cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen and equipment.
• Ensure that the correct cleaning materials are used.
• Ensure safety glasses, masks, gauntlets and any other necessary clothing is worn if required.
• Ensure that there is a thorough understanding of the daily and weekly work schedules.
• Ensure all staff meetings are attended if required.
• Ensure that all policies and procedural requirements of both legislation and company are adhered to in order to promote a professional and forward approach at all times.
• Ensure that the correct uniform is worn neatly and cleanly at all times.
• Ensure rubbish is removed as and when required.
• Ensure that the laundry is sent out and collected when required.
• Ensure that details of any accidents are reported to the head chef.
• On retrieval of all goods ensure that incoming stock is checked off against invoices and/or delivery notes.
• On retrieval of dairy, meat or any other high-risk goods temperatures must be accurately noted and logged and given to either the Sous Chef or Head Chef.
• Carry out any other reasonable requests of management.

Interpersonal Skills

Necessary Interpersonal Skills:

• Verbal Communication, Team Working and Listening.

Duties:

• Ensure that team working is effective to meet the site and company requirements by use of team meetings.
• Ensure that there is a clear understanding as to the long and short term duties through schedules and team meetings.
• Ensure attendance of all relevant training and development courses.

General Skills

Necessary General Skills:

Duties:

• Ensure that the above skills are used to provide an efficient, quality service to both client and company.
• Ensure that reasonable amounts of overtime are worked when required.
• Ensure that simple food preparation is done.

Because of the changing nature of our business your job description will inevitably change. You will, from time to time, be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within your capabilities as directed by management.

Working Pattern:

• Monday to Friday 10.30 am – 2.30 pm.

Why it’s great to work for us…

At Lexington, we dare to be different in our food, catering, reception services, and work culture. Our values encourage creativity, boldness, and fun, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We nurture talent, helping our people thrive and reach their potential.

We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and welcome everyone. Let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments or assistance in your application, and feel free to share your pronouns.

Join our award-winning team passionate about serving delicious food to exceptional clients in London. Visit our website to hear from our team first-hand.