Houston & Hawkes | Central London | 15.80 - 16 per hour | 40 hours per week | 5 out of 7 A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head Kitchen Porter to take the lead behind the scenes within a vibrant, fast-paced student environment where great food, strong teamwork and exceptional standards matter every day.
- Lead and organise the kitchen porter team across a busy 5 out of 7 operation
- Allocate daily duties and make sure the team is prepared for each service
- Keep the kitchen, wash-up, storage and back-of-house areas exceptionally clean and organised
- Ensure pots, pans, crockery, utensils and kitchen equipment are cleaned and available when needed
- Support the chefs and wider culinary team during busy preparation and service periods
- Receive deliveries and ensure products are stored safely and correctly
- Maintain organised waste, recycling and storage areas
- Monitor cleaning materials and support stock control and ordering
- Train and support new kitchen porters, setting clear standards from day one
- Maintain excellent communication between the kitchen porter team, chefs and management
- Ensure cleaning schedules and daily tasks are completed consistently
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, COSHH and health and safety compliance
- Lead by example and remain hands-on throughout the operation Previous experience as a Head Kitchen Porter, Senior Kitchen Porter or experienced Kitchen Porter ready to step into a leadership role
- Experience within a busy contract catering, university, hotel, restaurant or high-volume food operation would be highly desirable
- A positive, energetic and hands-on leadership style
- Excellent organisation and the confidence to coordinate a busy team
- Strong standards of cleanliness, hygiene and attention to detail
- Good knowledge of COSHH, food safety and health and safety procedures
- The ability to remain calm, organised and reliable during busy services
- Good communication skills and a genuine team mentality
- The confidence to train, support and motivate others
- Pride in maintaining an exceptional working environment for the entire kitchen team, If you're an experienced Kitchen Porter who is ready to lead a team, take ownership and become an important part of a busy, high-performing kitchen, we'd love to hear from you. 15.80 - 16 per hour depending on experience
- 15.80 - 16 per hour
- 40 hours per week
- 5 out of 7 working pattern
- Birthday off every year
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Free meals on duty
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- CODE Hospitality membership
- Ongoing training, development and genuine opportunities to progress
- Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
- An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues
ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES
At Houston & Hawkes, exceptional kitchens are built by exceptional teams, and the people working behind the scenes are every bit as important as the people at the pass. We're an award-winning independent caterer creating fresh, vibrant food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most impressive workplaces and education environments. We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality.
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Head Kitchen Porter - London in City of Westminster employer: Houston & Hawkes
Houston & Hawkes is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Central London where creativity and passion for food thrive. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and a supportive team environment that values exceptional customer service and innovation. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that takes pride in delivering premium experiences while enjoying the unique advantages of working in one of the world's most exciting cities.
