Kitchen Porter/Kitchen Assistant - Pizza Sophia - London

Join our dynamic team at Firmdale Hotels, where excellence meets opportunity. As a Kitchen Porter (Part time - Evening - 5 days a week) at our prestigious Knightsbridge Hotel, you will play a pivotal role in our bustling kitchen environment. We are seeking individuals who thrive under pressure and embrace a hands-on approach to their work. Firmdale Hotels is renowned for its commitment to exceptional service and innovation in the hospitality industry. As a Kitchen Porter, you will be an essential part of our kitchen team, contributing to the seamless operation of our culinary department. Responsibilities: • Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene standards of the kitchen are maintained to the highest level., • Assist in the efficient operation of the kitchen by supporting chefs with basic food preparation tasks., • Handle and clean kitchen equipment and utensils in adherence to health and safety regulations., • Maintain inventory and stock rotation to support kitchen operations smoothly., • Collaborate closely with fellow team members to deliver an outstanding dining experience for our guests. What you Need: • Previous experience in a similar role within a fast-paced kitchen environment., • A keen eye for detail and a passion for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene., • Genuine enthusiasm for food and the culinary arts., • Strong organisational and communication skills., • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and adapt to evolving priorities. What We Offer: • We offer a competitive salary plus service charge and benefits to be discussed at venue, • Access to Stream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching., • Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies), • Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants, • Complimentary meals on shift, • Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent, • Flexible scheduling without split shifts, • Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning, • Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service, • Season ticket loan for convenient commuting, • Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons, • Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions, • Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards, • One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work, • Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks, • And much more!! About Us Set on the leafy, tree-lined Beaufort Gardens, Knightsbridge Hotel is part of our Townhouse Collection, a small portfolio of design-led luxury hotels in some of London's most sought-after addresses. With 44 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, each designed with Kit Kemp's characteristic flair for colour, pattern and craft, the hotel combines an intimate atmosphere with a truly exceptional location. Nestled in the heart of one of London's most prestigious neighbourhoods, moments from Harrods and the boutiques of Sloane Street, the hotel sits at the very centre of London's luxury world. This is a place where attention to detail defines everything, and the people who work here take genuine pride in what they do. We're looking for people who bring that same care and commitment to their work, and who love creating experiences that guests never forget. You'll be joining a team whose Awards and Accolades speak for themselves: • Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, 2025 & 2026, • One Michelin Key, 2024, 2025, • Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2026 You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/ Firmdale Hotels was founded in London, in 1985 by husband and wife team, Tim and Kit Kemp. Today, Firmdale has grown to include hotels and private residences across London and New York as well restaurants, bars, spas, an online shop, interior design studio and Laundry facility. Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.

The role involves a combination of day and evening shifts, working 5 days per week with 2 days off, for a total of 40 hours per week. Duties include: • Peeling and chopping potatoes using machinery, • Assisting the chef with other tasks as required, • Cleaning the kitchen after preparation, • Washing crockery during service, • Breaking down and cleaning equipment at the end of the evening shift Full training and a uniform will be provided. Safety shoes must be supplied by the successful candidate. Payment is made monthly into a UK bank account. The role includes 28 days’ holiday, and applicants must be available for all shifts offered, as the business operates 7 days a week. A minimum of 3 years’ experience is essential.

Job Ref: 13694 Branch: The Lampery - Seething Lane London Location: The Lampery, London Salary/Benefits: £13.48 per hour Contract type: Casual Hours: Part Time Shift pattern: flexible Posted date: 27/10/2026 Closing date: 08/12/2026 Why join Apex Hotels? You'll be welcomed into Apex Hotels with genuine warmth as you join us as a Casual Kitchen Porter in London. From your very first day, you'll be part of a team that truly cares, where people feel valued, included, and connected. We love individuality - it's what brings the spark, the curiosity, and the human touch to every interaction. Role overview: As a Casual Kitchen Porter, you'll assist in the delivery of amazing brand standards and immaculate kitchen and back of house facilities. You'll be responsible for your own work and take pride in the high standard of cleanliness and organisation whilst adhering to all food safety and health and safety guidelines. Joining the dedicated Kitchen department, you'll: • Ensure the kitchen/refuse areas and relevant stores, corridors and equipment are cleaned and maintained to the highest degree of cleanliness., • Use cleaning agents and equipment within the perimeters of COSHH Legislation, • Follow all food safety and health and safety guidelines., • Assist in the preparation of food. About you: As a Casual Kitchen Porter, you'll have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail in order to provide consistent standards. This is a vital role in the function of the hotel and ultimately the service provided to our guests before, during and after their stay. You will love working within a team and offering help and assistance, you will be great at multi-tasking, you will be efficient at solving all guest enquiries and all with a smile and infectious personality! During your learning journey with Apex, we will give you the skills, knowledge and confidence to be a great Casual Kitchen Porter. With this in mind, we are looking for a Kitchen Porter who: • Can deliver excellent standards, • Uses initiative, • is self-aware and able to evaluate their own work, • takes pride in the work they do, • has a customer service attitude, • has the ability to multi-task and organise a variable work load, • provides excellent attention to detail, • holds a genuine desire to provide a Warmer Welcome to our guests Casual Worker As a casual worker the Company may offer work if it is available on an 'as and when basis', however, the Company is under no obligation to offer available work to you and you are under no obligation to accept any work offered or to work a minimum number of hours in any particular week or month. Come and join our team, guided by our values of trust, friendliness, teamwork, and passion - the good stuff that makes hospitality feel effortless. Here, you'll shine in your own way, creating joyful moments that lift the everyday. Please note, this role does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If you are interested, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Ref: 13692 Branch: Apex Temple Court Hotel - London Location: Apex Temple Court Hotel, London Salary/Benefits: £13.48 per hour plus excellent company benefits & service charge Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Posted date: 26/10/2026 Closing date: 07/12/2026 Why join Apex Hotels? You'll be welcomed into Apex Hotels with genuine warmth as you join us as a Kitchen Porter in London. From your very first day, you'll be part of a team that truly cares, where people feel valued, included, and connected. We love individuality - it's what brings the spark, the curiosity, and the human touch to every interaction. You will meet great people, have fun at work, develop new friendships, learn new skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: • 29 days holiday, • Training and development from day one, • Employee events and celebrations, • Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP, • Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools, • Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working., • Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme, • Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date., • £200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team. Following your first successful 3 months, you'll also receive ...... • Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform "Treat Yourself Here", unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family., • Involvement in our employee recognition schemes, • Long service recognition, • Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two, • 50% discount in our restaurants, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family, • Spa treatments and product discounts, • Life Assurance cover Role Overview: As a Kitchen Porter, you will assist in the delivery of amazing brand standards and immaculate kitchen and back of house facilities. You will be responsible for your own work and take pride in the high standard of cleanliness and organisation whilst adhering to all food safety and health and safety guidelines. As a Kitchen Porter, you will be an integral part of the Kitchen and Food and Beverage departments working closely with all team members to deliver exceptional standards.. You will embrace every opportunity to create extra special moments for our guests and provide a personal experience our guests will want to share. Joining the dedicated Kitchen department, you will: • Ensure the kitchen/refuse areas and relevant stores, corridors and equipment are cleaned and maintained to the highest degree of cleanliness., • Use cleaning agents and equipment within the perimeters of COSHH Legislation, • Follow all food safety and health and safety guidelines., • Assist in the preparation of food About You: As a Kitchen Porter, you will have excellent attention to detail in order to provide consistent standards. This is a vital role in the function of the hotel and ultimately the service provided to our guests before, during and after their stay. You will love chatting to our guests offering help and assistance, you will be a great at multi-tasker, you will be efficient at solving guest enquiries and you will always have a smile for our teams and guests. We want you to be yourself here, bringing your infectious personality which helps makes Apex who we are. On your first day you will begin a structured 12 week learning journey, giving you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to be a great kitchen porter. With this in mind, we are looking for a kitchen porter who: • Can deliver excellent standards, • Uses initiative, • Is self-aware and able to evaluate their own work, • Has a customer service attitude, • Has the ability to multi-task and provides excellent attention to detail, • Exceptional Food safety standards Come and join our team, guided by our values of trust, friendliness, teamwork, and passion - the good stuff that makes hospitality feel effortless. Here, you'll shine in your own way, creating joyful moments that lift the everyday. Please note, this role does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If you are interested, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you! About Apex Temple Court Hotel Apex Temple Court Hotel is just seconds from Fleet Street. This hotel is perfect for visiting Theatreland, Covent Garden or London's business districts in the square mile. Tucked away in an intimate, contemporary space just beyond the reception of Apex Temple Court Hotel, Chambers Restaurant is perfect for any occasion. Chambers' menu is focused yet diverse: Canape options set the table for traditional mains with a modern twist, as the culinary team covers the spectrum of European cuisine. Chambers' unique settings include an artful main dining room with innovative lighting schemes and a charming outdoor dining space in the hotel's courtyard, surrounded by historic Temple Court buildings.

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking, and motivated Kitchen Porter to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and is keen to develop their culinary skills, with opportunities to progress into a Salad Chef or Chef role through training and experience. Key Skills and Attributes: • A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop within the kitchen team., • Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Kitchen Managers, Chefs, and colleagues., • A strong work ethic with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety., • Ability to work efficiently in a busy, fast-paced environment while remaining calm under pressure., • Good time management and organisational skills., • Understanding of, or willingness to learn, food hygiene, health and safety, and kitchen procedures., • Physically fit and able to stand for long periods, carry out manual handling tasks, and work during busy service periods., • Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays., • A dependable team player who can follow instructions and support the wider kitchen team., • Previous kitchen experience is an advantage but not essential, as full training will be provided. Career Development We support our team’s growth and offer training opportunities for Kitchen Porters who show commitment and passion, with the chance to progress into roles such as Salad Chef, Prep Chef, or Chef.

At Ottolenghi, we're known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy—but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest. ROVI is Ottolenghi's flagship restaurant on Wells Street, celebrating vegetables and live-fire cooking in a way that is entirely our own. Since opening in 2019, ROVI has established itself as one of London's most exciting and progressive dining destinations. What you'll do • Take ownership of the pastry section throughout service and production., • Produce pastry, desserts, and baked goods to Ottolenghi standards with consistency., • Support and develop junior pastry team members., • Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times., • Manage stock within the pastry section, including ordering and rotation., • Contribute to menu development and creative input for new pastry products., • Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised pastry environment. What we're looking for • 1+ years in a pastry Chef de Partie or similar role in a quality kitchen., • Strong technical knowledge of pastry, patisserie, and bakery production., • Good understanding of food safety and allergen regulations. Key skills • Excellent technical pastry skills with a strong eye for detail and presentation., • Creative and passionate about the craft of pastry and baking., • A collaborative team member who takes pride in their work., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Well-organised with excellent attention to detail., • Comfortable using relevant IT systems., • Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment., • Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset., • A genuine passion for pastry and baking and continuous improvement. What's in it for you? • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef's Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years' service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.