Part-Time Hot Food Kitchen Assistant – Japanese Restaurant - Kurumaya Barbican - London

Date posted: 29 August 2025 Pay: £12.71-£13.50 per hour+ Service charge Job Description: EVERY MONDAY AVAILABILITY! Job Description Eastcheap Records is 450 capacity, Cocktail bar and live music venue located in the heart of the city. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Porter to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen by assisting with various tasks, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting the culinary staff. This position is perfect for individuals looking to gain experience in a fast-paced restaurant or hotel environment while contributing to exceptional hospitality. Duties • Assist with food preparation and cooking as directed by the chefs., • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, including washing dishes, pots, and pans., • Ensure all kitchen equipment is cleaned and stored properly after use., • Support the culinary team during service by preparing ingredients and assisting with plating., • Help maintain stock levels by receiving deliveries and organising supplies., • Follow health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment., • Participate in regular cleaning schedules to uphold hygiene standards. Requirements • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends. Join us as a Kitchen Porter and become an integral part of our culinary team, where your contributions will help create memorable dining experiences for our guests., • Previous kitchen experience is preferred, particularly in a restaurant or hotel setting., • Basic food preparation skills and knowledge of cooking techniques are advantageous., • A strong understanding of hospitality principles and customer service., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail., • A positive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced chefs. Salary & Benefits • 12.71£ per hour plus service charge, • Staff food, • Service Charge, • Sunday off, • Paid break, • Pension scheme, • Excellent opportunities for personal development Job Types: Full-time hours guaranteed until the end of December, we will issue a 3 month contract, once the contract expire we will subject the employe to review. Work Location: In person

Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Kitchen Porter to join our amazing team! Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Our 5th store – within touching distance of Shoreditch. As well as our usual casual dine-in and takeaway vibes, we will be serving the local area with our dedicated delivery service, and another exclusive for this site sees us opening a basement bar for a more secluded dining experience, perfect for a date or to rent our the whole area for parties! What will I be doing? • Working with the back of house team, maintaining the kitchen to high standards., • Supporting the chefs during busy service., • Keeping the kitchen running efficiently and spotlessly clean during and after service., • Cleaning utensils and dishes alongside general kitchen duties., • Helping with preparing ingredients for the chefs to ensure a smooth and efficient service during peak periods., • Adhering to health and safety procedures within the kitchen. What are we looking for? • Someone who is motivated and a great team player,, • Previous experience with a fast-paced environment., • An individual who is keen to learn new skills and progress. What's on offer... • Evening shifts around 6pm up to 11.30pm., • All overtime paid for., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Working with a great team in a fun environment!, • Loads of training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities., • Opportunity to become a trainee Pizza chef within the first few months., • Brilliant discounts for family and friends off food and merchandise and of course free pizza on shift! If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

Are you a hardworking Kitchen Porter or General Assistant with a valid Enhanced DBS certificate looking for flexible temporary work across London? We are currently recruiting reliable and enthusiastic individuals to support a variety of clients within the education and healthcare sectors, including: • Primary & Secondary Schools, • Colleges & Universities, • Care Homes & Retirement Villages, • Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities, • SEN Schools, • Nurseries, • Supported Living & Community Care Settings With regular shifts available across London, this is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing temporary work while maintaining flexibility around your schedule. The Role As a Temporary Kitchen Porter / General Assistant, your responsibilities may include: • Assisting kitchen teams with food preparation tasks, • Washing pots, pans, crockery, and kitchen equipment, • Maintaining cleanliness throughout kitchen and service areas, • Assisting with food service and counter service when required, • Receiving and storing deliveries, • Following food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures, • Supporting catering teams during busy service periods What We're Looking For • Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter, Catering Assistant, General Assistant, or within a hospitality environment, • A valid, in-date Enhanced DBS Certificate (essential), • A positive attitude and strong work ethic, • Reliability, punctuality, and good communication skills, • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, • Understanding of food hygiene and cleanliness standards If you're looking for flexible work and want to support vital catering services within schools, care homes, and healthcare settings, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start working with some of London's leading education and healthcare catering providers.

Fallow was founded by three individuals in May 2019, two chefs Jack Croft and William Murray, and career hospitality entrepreneur James Robson. The essence of this combination makes up much of Fallows DNA, where conscious culinary creativity meets hospitality experience and passion. Fallow’s permanent home in St James’s market was established in November 2021 and has since attracted a string of awards including both the Marie Claire and GQ ‘sustainable restaurant of the year’ and the Caterer award for ‘best new restaurant’. As a Kitchen Assistant at Fallow, you will play a vital role in supporting the kitchen team, ensuring a clean, organized, and efficient working environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with experienced chefs and gain valuable experience in an innovative culinary setting. Key responsibilities: • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, including washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment., • Assist with basic food preparation tasks as required by the chefs., • Ensure work surfaces, storage areas, and kitchen floors are clean and hygienic., • Handle deliveries, unpack supplies, and store ingredients correctly., • Support chefs with stock rotation and waste management to maintain high food safety standards., • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations. About you: • A hardworking and reliable team player with a strong work ethic., • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment., • A positive and proactive attitude with a willingness to learn., • Good organizational skills and attention to detail., • Experience in a similar role is a plus but not essential – training will be provided. The benefits: • Competitive salary., • Career progression., • Continuous Learning and Development programme including external opportunities such as WSET and Leadership courses., • Wellbeing initiatives., • Reward and recognition schemes., • Free welcome lunch for you and a guest., • 50% restaurant discounts across the group., • 25% Friends and Family discounts., • 50% discount on company retail., • Supplier trips, staff parties and team socials., • Staff meal during your shift., • Increased holiday entitlement after three years employment., • Enhanced parental leave (after one year’s employment)., • Sabbaticals (after three years employment)., • Fowl Mouth: the opportunity for our employees to use Fowl as a venue to organise a professional pop-up night. At FALLOW, we're passionate about fostering an environment that allows everyone to thrive and prosper, regardless of background. Diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach that promotes the voice of those experiences and viewpoints are well-known to be beneficial for our company and, consequently, career advancement.

About Us Maison Gigi is a premium corporate catering service and French pâtisserie based in London. We deliver elegant, high-quality food experiences , combining refined savoury catering with artisan French pastries. Our reputation is built on exceptional service, fresh seasonal ingredients, and a warm, collaborative kitchen culture inspired by French culinary traditions. Job Purpose As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in supporting the kitchen team by maintaining cleanliness, ensuring smooth daily operations, and upholding the high standards that Maison Gigi is known for. Key Responsibilities • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, equipment, and storage areas, • Wash dishes, utensils, pots, and pans promptly and efficiently, • Dispose of waste correctly and in a timely manner, • Assist with basic food preparation when required, • Support chefs with unloading deliveries and proper storage of ingredients, • Follow all health & safety and food hygiene procedures, • Keep floors clean and hazard-free at all times, • Refill kitchen consumables (e.g. paper towels, soap) as needed Requirements • Previous experience in a kitchen environment preferred, • A strong work ethic and willingness to learn, • Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced setting, • Good communication skills and team spirit, • Flexible with working hours and able to adapt to busy periods What We Offer • A supportive and respectful team environment, • Staff meals during shifts

Kitchen Porter - London Fundamental Hospitality is home to some of the world's leading dining destinations, including Gaia, La Maison Ani, and Shanghai Me. We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join one of our restaurants in London. The Role As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in supporting the kitchen team by maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene in a fast-paced luxury dining environment. Key Responsibilities • Wash dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment, • Keep all kitchen areas clean, organised, and safe, • Support chefs and the kitchen team during service, • Assist with basic food preparation when required, • Manage waste, recycling, and deliveries, • Follow all health, safety, and hygiene procedures What We're Looking For • Previous Kitchen Porter experience preferred, • Strong work ethic and positive attitude, • Ability to work well under pressure, • Reliable, punctual, and team-focused, • Eligible to live and work in the UK (no sponsorship available) What We Offer • Salary: between £13.30 - £14.25, • Staff meals on duty, • Career growth opportunities within an international hospitality group, • Supportive and professional working environment If you are dependable, motivated, and enjoy being part of a high-performing kitchen team, we'd love to hear from you.

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Staff member to join our friendly team at Pi Friends. Your main responsibilities will include: • Preparing ingredients and assisting with food preparation, • Cooking and assembling dishes according to our recipes, • Washing dishes and keeping the kitchen clean and organised, • Restocking ingredients and packaging, • Following food hygiene and safety procedures, • Supporting the team during busy service periods Previous kitchen experience is helpful but not essential, as training will be provided. We are looking for someone who is punctual, organised, able to work efficiently, and comfortable working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Part-time hours available. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.