Kitchen Porter - London City Lionesses

Role Purpose:
The role of the Kitchen Porter is to support with kitchen-based tasks, as directed by the Performance Chef and Chef de Partie, to ensure safe, smooth and effective running of kitchen and catering operations at the Training Ground. The ideal candidate will have some experience of working in a commercial kitchen and be very reliable and flexible to support with the needs of the kitchen.
Main Duties/ Responsibilities

1. Assist chefs with basic food preparation where required
2. Wash and store crockery, cutlery, and kitchen utensils promptly and efficiently
3. Operate dishwashing and cleaning equipment safely
4. Receive and store deliveries, ensuring stock is rotated and stored safely
5. Dispose of waste appropriately and in accordance with Club policies
6. Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, including equipment, surfaces, and floors, in line with food hygiene standards
7. Comply with health & safety, food safety, and hygiene regulations at all times.
8. Other ad-hoc duties as assigned from time-to-time by management
   Club Accountabilities
9. To comply with all Club policies, procedures and practices and carry out your role diligently and in the best interests of the Club
10. To lead with a proactive, high-performance mindset and actively contribute to a winning culture on and off the pitch
11. To behave in a manner consistent with Club values and policies
12. To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements.
13. To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel.

What we are looking for
Qualifications and Training
Essential·
Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate·
Safeguarding
Desirable·
Additional food hygiene, safety or food industry related qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Good time management and organisational skills
A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Able to remain calm and efficient under pressure
Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and professionalism
Awareness of health, safety, and hygiene practices
Flexibility to work daytimes, evenings, weekends, and matchdays
Desirable
Exposure to a similar environment
Characteristics
Passionate about women’s football and broader women’s sport culture
Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to deal with matrix stakeholders & ambiguity.
High standards of personal integrity and EQ
Comfortable and able to work on own initiative
Has a learning mindset; is keen to continue their self-development and keep up to date with best practice and learning opportunities
Continually seeks to improve efficiency and performance
Seeks out and embraces new ways of thinking and working – not afraid to fail.

London City Lionesses is committed to safeguarding, health and safety, and equality, diversity, and inclusion. We prioritise the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, the well-being of all staff and visitors, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. These responsibilities are shared by all staff and volunteers, with safeguarding, safety, and inclusivity being collective priorities.
All staff are required to adhere to the Club’s policies, complete relevant training, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. This includes timely reporting of concerns, compliance with health and safety regulations, and upholding the Club’s zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.
For certain roles, additional checks, such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks or health assessments, may be required. Applications must include a fully completed application form; CVs alone will not be accepted. All candidates will be assessed on merit and their alignment with the Club’s values.