About this role
We are seeking a reliable and organised Kitchen Porter to join our dynamic team in London, United Kingdom. As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, organisation, and smooth operation of our kitchen. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will support our culinary team by ensuring all equipment, utensils, and surfaces are maintained to the highest standards of hygiene and food safety. The successful candidate will be efficient, professional, and committed to supporting the kitchen team in delivering excellent service to our customers.
Responsibilities:
Load, operate, and maintain commercial dishwashing equipment efficiently and safely, ensuring all items are cleaned to the required standard Dispose of waste and recyclable materials appropriately and safely, adhering to environmental and health regulations Stock and organise kitchen supplies and provisions, ensuring adequate inventory levels are maintained at all timesAssist with food preparation tasks as directed by the kitchen team, including peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients Support the kitchen team during service periods, responding promptly and professionally to requestsMaintain the kitchen environment to the highest standards of cleanliness and organisation, including floors, walls, and storage areas Adhere to all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations at all times, demonstrating a commitment to best practiceReport any equipment faults, maintenance issues, or safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor without delayMaintain personal hygiene standards and wear appropriate protective clothing as requiredWork collaboratively with all members of the kitchen team, demonstrating a supportive and inclusive approach Proven experience working in a kitchen or hospitality environment (desirable)
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations, with a commitment to maintaining high standards Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation Excellent time keeping and reliability, with a professional approach to attendance Ability to follow instructions carefully and work as part of a supportive, collaborative team Good communication and people skills, with the ability to interact positively with colleagues Comfortable using commercial kitchen equipment and willing to learn new procedures Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and develop within the role Ability to work independently and take initiative whilst maintaining attention to detail At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.
We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.
We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [email protected]
Any offer of employment for this role will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to the clearance level associated with the role.
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