Kitchen Porter / Lead
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1129452/158328
- Location: London
- Job type: Part Time
- Salary: £14.80 per hour
- Closing date: 08 July 2026
About the role
We are currently looking for Kitchen Porter/Lead to join our team at The Royal Academy of Arts, London to deliver a world class guest experience. Our Cafés and Restaurants are located amongst inspiring and breath taking masterpieces within Burlington House.
The Kitchen Porter is a vital role; making service possible and providing support for the whole restaurant team. They need to enjoy organising themselves well, communicating positively with the whole team and take pride in delivering sparkling clean equipment and premises in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll do
- Ensure the cleanliness standards and presentation of the back of house, front of house and all storage areas are excellent at all times
- Clean and maintain all kitchen equipment to maximize efficiency & prolong life
- Accept all deliveries to Sodexo standards and to ensure that all stock meets both company and legal standards, as set out by the kitchen management team
- Assist in accurate record keeping, security and safe storage of all relevant deliveries
What you'll bring
- Ideal candidate must have at least 1 year working in a similar retail café environment
- Hardworking
- Able to adapt to busy situations
- Able to lead a team of kitchen porters
- High standard of cleaning and health and safety knowledge
Why Sodexo?
Rate of Pay:
£14.80 per hour
Casual Contract
Start Date
: As soon as possible
Operational week
Monday – Closed
Tuesday : 10.00am – 18.00pm
Wednesday : 10.00am – 18.00pm
Thursday : 10.00am – 18.00pm
Friday : 10.00am – 21.00pm
Saturday : 10.00am – 21.00pm
Sunday : 10.00am – 18.00pm
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.
London, United Kingdom, W1J 0BD
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