Kitchen Porter
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1022707/156155
- Location: Kidlington
- Job type: Full Time - 32.5 hours per week
- Salary: £13.45 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 24 April 2026
About the role
- 32.5 hours per week
- Monday - Friday
- 08:45 till 15:45
- £13.45 per hour
- One Free meal provided on shift
- Free onsite parking
- Onsite Gym
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Job Introduction
Are you ready to be part of a hardworking, friendly, and dynamic team? At Sodexo, we take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and efficiency across our kitchens.
As a Kitchen Porter, you’ll play a vital role behind the scenes, supporting the smooth running of the kitchen. You’ll help keep all areas clean, safe, and organised, ensuring the team can deliver excellent food and service every day.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, love being part of a team, and take pride in a job well done, this could be the perfect role for you!
What you’ll do:
- Carry out general kitchen cleaning duties, including pot washing and use of a commercial dishwasher
- Keep all kitchen areas clean, tidy, and well organised at all times
- Receive, check, and store deliveries in line with company procedures
- Support the team with basic food service and provide friendly customer service when needed
- Follow all food safety, health & safety, and cleaning standards, completing required records and schedules
- Work as part of a team, assist with kitchen setup/clear-down, and support with any reasonable tasks as requested
What you bring:
- Friendly and calm with good interpersonal skills
- Positive and enthusiastic approach with strong energy and drive
- Self-motivated and proactive, able to take initiative without supervision
- Flexible and open-minded, willing to listen and work collaboratively
- Professional in appearance with a strong sense of responsibility
- Reliable and conscientious, committed to completing tasks to a high standard and on time
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
- Mental health & wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
- 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
- Discounts for you & family
- Financial tools & retirement plan
- Cycle to Work & Paid Volunteering Day
Join our team as a Kitchen Porter and play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment. You’ll support the kitchen team by ensuring high standards of cleanliness and helping to keep operations running smoothly so we can deliver excellent service every day.
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Kidlington, United Kingdom, OX5 1GB
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