Kitchen Porter in London

BAR BLONDIE - NEW WINE BAR & RESTAURANT

Kitchen Porter

SALARY: £12.71 - £13.00 per hour

LOCATION: Queen’s Park, West London

OPPORTUNITY: An exciting opportunity for a Kitchen Porter to join the opening team of a new and ambitious wine bar and restaurant in West London.

BAR BLONDIE:

• An exciting new wine bar and restaurant concept like no other in London, from founders Elliot Milne (founder of Milk Beach) and Alex Price (Head of Wine at Plates*, Head of Wine HAM Restaurants, GM Bar Crispin)

• Led by Executive Chef Alex Busca (Head Chef at Milk Beach Soho) and Head Chef Alastair Walling (Former Head Chef at Albers) the kitchen will focus on Southern European inspired cuisine.

• Opening July 2026

• Location: situated on the beautiful Lonsdale Road mews in Queen’s Park, West London

• Size of Restaurant: 44 covers inside + 24 covers outside + additional street dining and drinking

• Size of Kitchen Team: 4 chefs (Head Chef, Sous Chef, two Chef de Parties) including two Kitchen Porters

• Food:

• Southern European inspired – snacks, small plates, fresh pasta, grill, desserts.

• Ingredient-led menu led by close relationships with carefully chosen farms

• Targeting accolades, Michelin Bib Gourmand, National Restaurant Awards etc

• INSPIRATION: Goodbye Horses, St Eia (Cornwall), Noble Rot

• VIBE: something new and fresh for West London; a rich, community led, creative space showcasing exceptional wines and ingredient-led cooking; vibrant atmosphere with carefully curated cultural events including music, poetry and events; street dining and drinking in Spring/Summer

ROLE & RESPONSIBITIES:

• Support the culinary team by assisting with dishwashing, kitchen cleaning, and basic food preparation tasks.

• Receive and process deliveries efficiently, ensuring all items are stored correctly in dry storage, refrigerators, and freezers.

• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment while maintaining a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

• Foster a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace by contributing to a collaborative team culture.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Passionate about hospitality, food, and being part of a talented team

• Curious, positive, and eager to learn and grow within a creative restaurant environment

• Someone who hard-working, values teamwork, respect, and is keen to expand their culinary skills and knowledge

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Mentorship under Exec Chef Alex Busca and Head Chef Alastair Walling

• Supplier trips to farms, team socials, and award opportunities

• Ongoing training and development opportunities for both product knowledge and management skills

• Inclusive and diverse workforce

• 28 days holiday per year

• Meals, softs, coffees, and teas while on shift

• 25-50% discounts at all group venues

If this sounds like you, please apply — we’d love to chat.