Kitchen Porter

House of Lords • Westminster, CO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Porter works as part of a friendly, supportive team within the House of Lords’ Catering and Retail Services, based on the Parliamentary Estate in Westminster. Under the guidance of the Head Porter, the role helps maintain a clean, safe and well-organised kitchen environment, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of catering operations. The position may support a range of kitchen areas and catering outlets as operational needs change. The successful candidate will contribute to an efficient, professional catering service by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and safety.

Requirements

• A positive, reliable and proactive attitude to work.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team and contributing to shared goals.
• Takes pride in maintaining clean, organised and safe working environments.
• A strong eye for detail and commitment to high standards.
• Ability to carry out cleaning duties thoroughly and efficiently.
• Understanding of COSHH requirements.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Manual handling awareness.
• Understanding of food preparation.
• Ability to support chefs during service.
• Food Safety Level 3 qualification.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning duties in line with departmental standards and schedules to keep kitchen areas clean, safe and welcoming.
• Sweep, mop and sanitise floors, work surfaces, walls and food preparation areas.
• Clean kitchen utensils, pots, trays and catering equipment thoroughly and efficiently.
• Assist in maintaining kitchen equipment, including ovens, fryers, chargrills, refrigerators, hot cupboards, shelving, trolleys and hoists.
• Prepare dishwashing equipment for daily use, ensuring machines are clean, operational and appropriately stocked.
• Report equipment issues or replenishment requirements promptly to the Head Porter or an appropriate team member.
• Collect, wash and safely store crockery, cutlery, glassware and kitchen utensils.
• Return clean items efficiently to catering outlets to support service delivery.
• Clean and polish silverware and cutlery in line with departmental expectations.
• Remove and dispose of general waste, food waste and recyclable materials safely using approved procedures.
• Maintain organised, tidy and well-presented work areas.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave, rising to 35 days after one year.
• Generous Civil Service pension scheme.
• Comprehensive Parliamentary health and wellbeing programme.
• Access to learning and development opportunities across diverse professions.
• Opportunity to witness democracy in action and work in a place of historic national significance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed