Kitchen Porter - The Lavery

Kitchen Porter

16 July 2025•1601 views

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The Lavery is home to a restaurant, café and elegant events spaces located on South Kensington’s Cromwell Place. The building takes its name and inspiration from its history as the former home and studio of Sir John Lavery (1856–1941), the renowned Anglo-Irish painter. Housed within a collection of Grade II-listed townhouses, the building housing The Lavery has been meticulously restored to its former grandeur.
The kitchen is led by Yohei Furuhashi. Yohei’s menu highlights Mediterranean seasonality while incorporating influences and ingredients from the British Isles.
What We’re Looking For:
We are looking for a Kitchen Porter to join our busy kitchen team. You will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and efficiency of the kitchen by supporting chefs and ensuring hygiene standards are always upheld.
Key Responsibilities:
-Wash and properly store all cooking utensils, dishes, cutlery, and kitchen equipment
-Keep kitchen surfaces, floors, walls, and storage areas clean and sanitised
-Assist with basic food prep as required (e.g. peeling, chopping)
-Receive and store delivery of stock and produce, checking for quality and quantity
-Take out waste and keep rubbish areas tidy and safe
-Follow all health & safety and food hygiene standards
-Support the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth kitchen operations
Requirements:
-Proof of Right to Work in the UK
-Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage but not essential
-Strong work ethic and willingness to pick up on learning
-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, often lifting heavy items and standing for long periods of time.
-Good team player with excellent communication skills
-Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays
What You Will Get:
-Health Shield: Employee Assistance Program: Our employee assistance program to support you, from counselling services to wellbeing resources, and cashback on medical.
-Staff Discount: Enjoy the café and restaurant with a 50% discount on food for tables of up to four. (For larger groups, a 25% discount on food applies)
-Staff food: Fresh daily cooked staff meals for the team
-Brand new kitchen and equipment – recently refurbished kitchen.
-Incredible facilities: Showers, changing rooms and bike storage and generous staff / break areas