Kitchen Porter

Holroyd Howe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Job description

Job Title: Kitchen Porter (General Assistant)
Location: Streatham Hill, London SW1
Salary: £13.85 per hour + overtime available
Hours: 40 hours per week, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Term time only

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals whilst at work
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Kitchen Porter (General Assistant) to join our team at a prestigious independent school in Streatham Hill. As part of a 5-day operation catering to 650 day pupils and staff, this role plays a crucial part in maintaining kitchen hygiene, supporting food preparation, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

If you have a passion for food service and want to be part of an environment that values excellence, sustainability, and nutrition, this is the perfect role for you.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and service areas
• Assist chefs with basic food preparation
• Ensure all equipment and workspaces are clean and organized
• Support the smooth running of lunch service and hospitality events
• Follow health and safety regulations at all times

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in an educational setting (desirable)
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations in a kitchen environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work, including willingness to work evenings and weekends
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs)
• Basic food handling and hygiene knowledge
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.