Kitchen Porter

Kitchen Porter

Location: Unilever 100VE, 100 Victoria Embankment, Blackfriars, London, EC4Y 0DY

Salary: £14.90 per hour

Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm

Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months), Part Time

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our catering team at Unilever 100VE in London. You'll play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe and efficient kitchen environment, supporting chefs and the wider catering team to deliver an excellent food service.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a busy team and takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation.

What you'll do

  • Maintain cleanliness throughout the kitchen, including equipment, utensils and work areas.
  • Operate dishwashing equipment and ensure crockery, cutlery and kitchen equipment are cleaned to a high standard.
  • Assist with deliveries and the safe storage of food and supplies.
  • Support chefs with basic food preparation when required.
  • Dispose of waste safely and follow recycling procedures.
  • Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the kitchen operates efficiently.

What you'll bring

  • Previous experience working in a busy kitchen environment.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to work independently.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • A positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues.
  • A commitment to maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you. You'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions. In addition, we offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families, including competitive pay, access to employee assistance programmes, learning and development opportunities, recognition schemes and a wide range of employee benefits. Site benefits include access to the on-site shop and gym, plus a food allowance.

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. We deliver a unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer where everyone can thrive, regardless of background or identity. We believe in creating a workplace where you can act with purpose and belong in a team that values you.

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