Kitchen Porter

We are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Porter to join our team at one of our independent schools IP9.
Term time only, school holidays off: Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 9.00am to 3.00pm. No evening or weekends.
Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools and at conference venues with the same high-end ethos throughout.
We are looking for a positive, honest and reliable employee to join our friendly and hardworking team who can support the smooth and efficient operation of the school kitchen by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation, while assisting the catering team in delivering a high-quality food service to students and staff.
This is a busy school serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to staff and students.
.SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
+ Have experience working in a similar role and environment
+ Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of all kitchen areas in line with food safety standards
+ Collect trays and items from the dining room
+ Use a dishwasher and wash and put away all crockery, cutlery, kitchen utensils, and equipment
+ Work tidily and maintain a clean and tidy dishwasher area
+ Ensure all waste is disposed of correctly and recycling procedures are followed
+ Keep floors and surfaces clean and free from hazards
+ Put away deliveries
+ Support the catering team during busy service periods
+ Assist with basic food preparation as directed by the chefs
+ Follow all health & safety and food hygiene regulations
+ Report any maintenance or equipment issues to senior staff

+ be reliable, punctual, and hard-working
+ be able to work effectively as part of a team
+ have a good understanding of hygiene and cleanliness standards
+ be willing to learn and take instruction
+ have previous kitchen or catering experience (desirable but not essential)

+ Our working hours are some of the best you'll find in catering - we are strong believers in work-life balance
+ Our working environment is fun and inspiring, with excellent career development opportunities
+ Craft Works - Free craft-focused career development training programme
+ Paid training bespoke to you
+ Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- your wellbeing is very important to us
+ Online employee benefits scheme - monetary savings on everyday items!
+ Your Birthday off every year after 1 years' service.
+ Enhanced Maternity Pay
Start date: September 2026 - a clean enhanced DBS will be required prior to start date.
Wilson Vale is an equal opportunities employer that strives to create an inclusive working environment for all. We are committed to supporting our people and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. From each and every person in our catering teams, to our operations and central support teams - everyone at has a voice.
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