Kitchen Porter

The National Army Museum welcomes visitors to learn about the Battle of Waterloo and all that being a soldier entails. The museum acts as a back drop for a variety of events mixing fascinating military artefacts with spectacular views of Sir John Soane’s Grade II listed stables and the Royal Chelsea Hospital.

We are looking for an experienced Kitchen Porter to assist the Kitchen Team in the day to day running of the Kitchen. As a Searcys Kitchen Porter you will play a crucial role in supporting kitchen staff by ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen areas, as well as assisting with basic food preparation.

As a Kitchen Porter  you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 35 days annual leave (dependant on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue
• Annual celebration event
• Cycle to work scheme
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

Salary: £13.15 per hour 

Zero Hour Contract

Main Purpose:

Our Kitchen Porters plays an integral part in ensuring the smooth running of all aspects of the catering operation within the venue. They ensure all cleaning duties are carried out as quickly and efficiently as possible and acts as a support to the overall kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities: 

· To be flexible to work in all kitchens, serveries, staff canteens and external reception spaces

· To ensure all areas of the kitchens and service areas are maintained to the highest standard of cleanliness, providing a clean and safe working area.

· To maintain all catering storage areas, ensuring they are always organised and clean.

· To receive, count, inspect and store goods and/or equipment and dispensing or disposing them to/from departments as and when required.

· To be involved with some food preparation and service when required.

· Report immediately any incidents or accidents, fire, theft, loss, damage, unfit food, or other irregularities and take such action as may be appropriate

· Report any broken equipment to the Executive Chef/ Head Chef.

· Comply with all Company and client policies, procedures and statutory regulations including human resources, sites rules, Health & Safety, safe working practices, hygiene, cleanliness, fire and COSHH. This will include your awareness of any specific hazardous in your workplace.

• Previous experience in a kitchen or cleaning role is desirable but not essential.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and hygiene.

• Ability to work as part of a team.

• Good communication skills.

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk