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We're hiring — Kitchen Porter. 🧼 🥐 Turntable Bakery in Muswell Hill is looking for a Kitchen Porter to join our small team — part-time, joining us across our opening days — Wednesday to Sunday, from late morning until close — with room to grow as we do. It's a hands-on role across both back and front of house: dishwashing, cleaning and prep, plus helping out on the counter and till. No two shifts the same — and real room to grow with us. → £12.71/hour → Wednesday–Sunday, late morning to close — as a guideline ~11am–4pm (Wed–Fri) and ~11am–4:30pm (Sat–Sun), roughly 26 hrs/week; times vary and aren't fixed → Free coffee and a fresh pastry on every shift → Workplace pension, paid annual leave (pro-rata) and a staff discount on our bakes → Real room to grow with the team Key Responsibilities BACK OF HOUSE ● Wash, dry and put away crockery, glassware, utensils, trays and equipment, keeping a steady flow of clean items throughout service. ● Keep the kitchen, wash-up area, floors, surfaces and bins clean, tidy and food-safe at all times. ● Manage rubbish, recycling and waste correctly and keep the back areas organised. ● Support the bakers and prep team with basic food preparation — weighing, portioning, prepping ingredients and simple assembly. ● Receive and put away deliveries, and help keep the stockroom and fridges organised and rotated. ● Follow all food safety, hygiene and cleaning schedules, completing records accurately every shift. FRONT OF HOUSE ● Help serve customers at the counter and operate the till accurately, especially during busy periods. ● Clear, wipe and reset tables, and keep the café area clean, stocked and welcoming. ● Restock the counter, drinks and takeaway supplies as needed. ● Bring the same warm, friendly welcome our customers expect from Turntable. GENERAL ● Support opening and closing routines and daily setup. ● Work flexibly across the kitchen and counter as the day demands, mucking in wherever the team needs a hand. What We’re Looking For ● A strong work ethic and real pride in keeping things clean, tidy and organised. ● Reliable and punctual, and able to work across our opening days (Wednesday to Sunday), with flexibility on exact hours. ● Able to keep a cool head and work quickly and calmly during busy service. ● A friendly, can-do attitude and a genuine willingness to help wherever needed. ● A basic understanding of — or willingness to learn — food safety and hygiene standards. ● The right to work in the UK. Desirable Experience ● Previous experience as a kitchen porter, or in a café, bakery or busy hospitality kitchen. ● Experience with commercial dishwashing equipment and cleaning routines. ● Some experience handling cash or operating a till. ● Basic food-prep experience. ● A Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate — or we’ll support you to gain one. Core Behaviours ● Reliability — Dependable, punctual and consistent — the team can always count on you. ● Pride in Standards — Takes ownership of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation across the whole space. ● Energy & Pace — Keeps things moving calmly and efficiently through the busiest moments. ● Teamwork — Happy to move between the kitchen and counter and support wherever needed. ● Warmth — Friendly and approachable with customers and colleagues alike. ● Willingness to Grow — Keen to learn new skills and take on more responsibility over time. You'll fit right in if you're reliable, take pride in keeping things clean and tidy, keep a cool head when it's busy, and love being part of a team. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis, so get in touch sooner rather than later. Freshly baked. Smoothly played.

Join a dynamic team at a thriving independent coffee shop dedicated to serving high-quality food and beverages with warm hospitality. We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Porter to play a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency and cleanliness of our kitchen, while also supporting our Head Chef with daily food preparation. This full-time position requires availability 5 days a week, with weekend shifts. Key Responsibilities: • Kitchen Operations & Support, • Cleanliness & Hygiene: Maintain a clean, organised, and hygienic kitchen environment at all times, strictly adhering to food safety regulations. This includes dishwashing, general cleaning, and ensuring back-of-house areas are tidy., • Team Collaboration: Work effectively with both kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service during busy periods., • Customer Interaction: On busier days, you may be involved in delivering dishes to tables, so a courteous and engaging approach with customers is valued. What We're Looking For: • Experience & Skills: Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced setting, coupled with a strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards., • Team Player: An excellent team player with good communication skills, who is reliable, punctual, and eager to contribute to a positive workplace culture. What We Offer: • Supportive Environment: A fun, supportive, and collaborative working environment with a great team., • Growth Opportunities: The opportunity to be an integral part of an exciting independent coffee shop's growth journey., • Development: Training and development opportunities to enhance your culinary skills., • Perks: Enjoy a complimentary lunch provided daily. If you are passionate about food, cleanliness, and working as part of a friendly team dedicated to quality, we encourage you to apply!

We are a small coffee shop seeking a dedicated Kitchen Porter to join our team. We are looking for an applicant who is: • Clean: Committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen., • Fast: Able to work efficiently and quickly in a busy environment.

Are you reliable, hardworking, and ready to be part of a busy kitchen team? We’re looking for a Kitchen Porter to help keep our kitchen running smoothly. What You’ll Do: • Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and hygienic, • Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, • Assist with deliveries and stock movement, • Support chefs and the kitchen team during busy service, • Help maintain high food hygiene and health & safety standards, • Assist with basic kitchen duties when required What We Offer: • Competitive hourly pay, • Friendly and supportive team, • Stable hours, • Training and opportunities to develop your skills, • A welcoming and professional working environment

We are looking for a reliable Kitchen Porter with a great work ethic capable of not only understanding the standard we uphold for our cafe but also following them really well . In general someone with reliable experience this includes organising the kitchen well , maintaining the kitchen’s hygiene and handling deliveries with good care .

About The Bull Pen The Bull Pen is entering an exciting new chapter, with a renewed focus on seasonal cooking, quality ingredients, and a relaxed dining experience. Under new kitchen leadership, we’re rebuilding the brigade and creating a supportive, ambitious environment where chefs can grow. We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our busy kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation. Key Responsibilities • Washing dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment., • Keeping kitchen and storage areas clean and tidy., • Assisting chefs with basic food preparation when required., • Receiving and storing deliveries., • Following food hygiene and health & safety procedures., • Supporting the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations. What We're Looking For • Positive attitude and strong work ethic., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure., • Good attention to detail., • Reliable and punctual., • Previous kitchen porter experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided. What We Offer • Competitive pay., • Staff meals during shifts., • Opportunities for training and career progression., • Friendly and supportive team environment., • Flexible scheduling where possible. If you are enthusiastic, dependable, and ready to be part of a great team, we'd love to hear from you.