Head kitchen porter jobs in United Kingdom

We need another Kitchen Porter to help our amazing team because we are getting busier! Our Head Chef is demanding but fair and everyone works hard to move the business forward. Pay is connected to Service Charge, so the more successful the business gets, the more you get paid. If you work hard and have a good attitude and want a job that lasts more than a week, apply today!

Position: Kitchen Porter Location: ME London, 336–337 The Strand, London WC2R 1HA Pay: £13.00+ /tronc Description: Join the heart of our kitchen team as a Kitchen Porter at ME London. You'll support chefs by ensuring the kitchen remains clean, organised, and efficient—key in maintaining high service standards in our lively, modern kitchen. Ideal for reliable, hardworking individuals ready to grow in a fast-paced environment. Requirements: Team player with a can-do attitude High attention to detail and cleanliness standards Comfortable working in a high-pressure environment Perks: Competitive pay (£13.00 plus tronc) Be part of a vibrant, design-driven luxury hotel in Covent Garden To apply: Looking forward to hearing from you

We are looking for chef able to work in Hither Green and / or in Crystal Palace WHO YOU ARE: • Someone passionate about cooking with a strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and an excellent eye for detail. - A respectful and thoughtful professional who is punctual and has a strong work ethic, driven by high standards and who consistently shows the best example of conduct. - A team player and leader with good communication skills, who is enthusiastic about teaching and passing on their knowledge, but also open to learning from others. - A competent and energetic cook who is comfortable with all sections of the kitchen, and is a fast learner if there are any areas which need improvement. - Someone creative and organised with good time management and multitasking skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. YOU MUST HAVE: • 3+ years’ experience as a sous chef or chef. 2+ years’ experience with Italian cuisine. Good level of oral proficiency in English and/ or Italian language. Familiarity with industry best practices. Any food specific education or certification an advantage. TASKS INCLUDE: • Prepare, cook, and present food in line with the required standards of Sapore Vero. - Supporting the company in developing new menus & weekly specials. - Monitor food production to ensure consistent quality of portion size. - Take ownership of the kitchen management in the absence of the Head Chef. - Follow relevant hygiene and health & safety guidelines. - Organise food, supplies, and utensils within the kitchen and in the fridges. - Stock control. - Following FIFO procedure to reduce waste of food stock. - Keep all designated areas in the kitchen clean and tidy before, during, and after the service accordingly with hygiene standards. - Check that appliance and fridges are at the required temperatures and properly closed before leaving. - Regularly clean and monitor kitchen appliances. - Work with the kitchen porter and pizza chefs to ensure the smooth running of service. - Coordinate take away orders with the pizza chef and floor staff to provide drivers with correct food. - Establish effective employee relations and maintain the highest level of professionalism, ethics, and attitude towards all guests, clients, and employees. - Any other duties as assigned related to this position.

Caffe Concerto is looking for a motivated Salad Chef or Kitchen Porter (KP) to join our team, with full training and development provided by our finest Head Chefs across the branches, and a clear pathway to progress into a Sous Chef or Head Chef role. Requirements: • Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter, Salad Chef, or in a similar kitchen role is preferred, • A genuine passion for food and working with fresh, high-quality ingredients, • Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills with full training provided, • Positive attitude and strong work ethic, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Good communication skills with managers, kitchen, and front-of-house staff, • Flexibility to work full-time hours and varied shifts, • Physically able to stand for long periods, bend, and lift when required, • Food Safety Level 1 and Health & Safety Level 1 certificates are an advantage (training can be provided as well) What We Offer: • Clear career progression to Sous Chef and Head Chef roles, • Full training and development within the company, • Contracted hours, • Free staff meals on duty, • 50% staff discount when dining off duty, • 28 days holiday entitlement, • A kitchen equipped with high-quality, modern equipment, • Excellent staff facilities Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per year

We are actively seeking talented culinary professionals to join our dynamic team. We have various chef roles available, ranging from entry-level positions to experienced leadership opportunities. We are hosting an Open Day to meet prospective candidates on 8th April 2026 in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity to explore roles such as: • Head Chefs, • Sous Chefs, • Chefs de Partie (CDP's), • Pizza Chefs, • Kitchen Porters If you are a passionate chef or kitchen professional looking for a new opportunity, we encourage you to apply. We will contact successful applicants to confirm a time slot for the Open Day between 11am and 3pm where you can learn more about joining our team.

Incipio curates beautiful spaces with vibrant atmospheres for great times. The Palm House is a vibrant bar and restaurant in the heart of Victoria, proudly known as the home of the good life. From midweek dining and refined corporate events to our viral, high-energy brunch sessions at the weekend, The Palm House offers a dynamic and diverse operation that keeps every day exciting. Our Junior Sous Chefs are proactive, detail oriented leaders in the kitchen. They are true food enthusiasts; creative, passionate, and committed to impeccable standards, while ensuring full compliance with food safety regulations. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will support our Chef De Parties, Commis Chefs Kitchen Porters in maintaining our high standards of service, leading from the front and helping to develop the skills of your team. We empower our Junior Sous Chefs to be approachable, open, honest respected, and give them the tools to develop their team themselves. What You'll Be Doing Collaboratively deliver the The Palm House Menus with confidence, precision, and pride Work closely with the Sous Chef Head Chef to lead the wider kitchen team to create exceptional guest experiences Running the day to day operations of our kitchens Ensuring we are compliant, clean and safe Prepping for the day ahead and delegating tasks to the team to ensure success Supporting with stock management Creating new and exciting dishes for menu changes and seasonal specials Training and Developing your team Lead by example on compliance, safety, and completing e-learning and checklists Represent yourself and the Incipio brand with positivity, professionalism, and pride What We're Looking For Previous experience as a Chef in a fast paced, multi brand, enviroment A passion for hospitality, attention to detail, and high standards of food preparation and presentation Organised, clean, and confident in maintaining food hygiene, stock rotation, and compliance A team player who contributes to a calm, collaborative and motivated kitchen culture Strong communication and willingness to train, mentor, and support junior chefs Energy, pace, and a genuine desire to grow your craft within a high-performance kitchen Benefits \& Best Bits Transparent and fair TRONC payments Self Space: Free Therapy available through Self Space. Accessible to anyone who works for Incipio Referral Bonus: refer a friend and once they have passed their probation you receive a bonus 60% of our management teams are people we have progressed internally Career development + opportunity to grow and expand in this role as the business expands Company awards to celebrate team and regular events Incentive Trips (Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France)· Compassionate Leave Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave Length in service; earn additional holiday after 2 years continuous service Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials 50% discount for food and drink in all of our venues Incipio \& Inclusivity We're all about celebrating individuality inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!

Incipio curates beautiful spaces with vibrant atmospheres for great times. Chef de Parties are the cogs of our kitchens, who runs their section brilliantly with passion and pride. We encourage creativity within our kitchens and offer a chef development program that will guide you in your journey to Head chef. ++WHAT YOU'LL BE GETTING UP TO++ · Preparing, cooking and presenting quality dishes within the specialty section · Assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes · Preparing meat fish · Assisting with the management of health and safety · Assisting with the management of food hygiene practices · Supporting with the training and development of Commis Chefs and Kitchen Porters · Monitoring portion and waste control · Overseeing the maintenance of kitchen and food safety standards ++WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR++ · Food passion -- Someone who lives to taste · A strong desire to learn progress · Positive energy -- A can do attitude BENEFITS + BEST BITS Dosh, Dough, Cash: London Living Wage + Tronc at 12.5% Apprenticeship scheme: Get qualified and level up Exceed expectations and earn more cash Wagestream: Your money, your choice Access to savings, discounts and financial coaching Health, Dental and Optical insurance Support with your kids Grow as we go: 70% of our management teams are people we have progressed internally Climb the Career Pathway Mental Maintenance: Therapy for free Side Hustles: Use your expertise to earn extra cash Peer Recognition: Shout out your teammates and share the love Work with your bestie : cash for referrals Go the distance: earn additional holiday days after 2 years continuous service Party with the entire of Incipio Football Crazy + Socials Mad Let us take you somewhere else... like Portugal to drink wine or France to ski Bring your mate or a date for 50% off food and drinks Get pregnant? Want to Adopt? Need time off because you are going through a hard time? We have got your back with enhanced leave. On your bike: Cycle to work scheme Incipio Group are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to a fair recruitment process. This means we don't require your name, age, ethnicity or gender to be on your CV -- it's up to you whether you would like to disclose that information.