At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep the kitchen sparkling clean and support the team with food prep tasks.
- Company: Join Anya Cafe, part of a globally recognised brand focused on sustainability.
- Benefits: Gain valuable training, work in a friendly environment, and develop your career.
- Other info: Flexible hours on weekends, perfect for students looking for part-time work.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team making a difference in a vibrant community.
- Qualifications: Good communication skills and a willingness to learn are essential.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 15 £ per hour.
BASIC INFORMATION
Department: Anya Cafe
Reporting to: General Manager
Location: ANYA CAFE, 9 PONT STREET
Hours: Saturday 10am-6:30pm and Sunday 11am-6:30pm
THE BRAND
Anya Hindmarch founded her business in London in 1987 and it has since grown into a global brand. Today, it is known for craft, wit and extraordinary attention to detail. We create experiences as considered as the products themselves. Our global website is central to how we present the brand and trade internationally, serving customers across UK, EMEA, the US and beyond. The brand is committed to creating responsibly and constantly strives to innovate to reduce its impact on the earth, while also using its platform to drive education and discussion around sustainability.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Are you a well-organised, dedicated and motivated kitchen porter, looking to join a passionate and friendly team in a company that will train and develop you in your career? If so, then we are looking for a kitchen porter to join us at the Anya Cafe (10 minutes from Sloane Square Station). The Kitchen Porter plays an essential role in the efficient running of the kitchen by ensuring all kitchen equipment and utensils, including pots, pans, cutlery, crockery, and glassware, are cleaned and maintained to a high standard. This role is responsible for upholding hygiene and food safety standards, managing waste disposal, and maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen and back-of-house environment to support the wider kitchen team.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Keep all kitchen work surfaces (counters, sinks, stoves, walls) clean and sanitised
- Sweep and mop floors at the beginning and ending of shifts
- Deep clean fridges and freezers, sanitising inside and out, and sweeping and mopping behind
- Be ready to clean up spills to avoid hindering operations
- Wash cookware, utensils and cutlery fast to keep them in rotation
- Polish cutlery, crockery, and glassware
- Arrange equipment and ingredient deliveries
- Keep the food and supply storage areas organised
- Take out the waste and sanitise the bins
- Regular bathroom checks every hour
- Support kitchen staff with routine food prep tasks (such as peeling and chopping vegetables, preparing sandwiches etc) when needed
KEY SKILLS
- Excellent communication skills and spoken English
- A fast learner with an interest in kitchen work
- The ability to stand for long hours
- Willingness to adhere to health and safety rules
- Good organisational skills
- The ability to work unsupervised in a busy environment
- Patience and cool-headedness
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Anya Hindmarch is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Kitchen Porter employer: Anya Hindmarch
Anya Hindmarch is an exceptional employer, offering a part-time People & Payroll Administrator role that combines flexibility with meaningful work in a vibrant and innovative environment. Located in the heart of London, employees benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises sustainability and community engagement, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a globally recognised brand. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and fosters a positive workplace experience.
