Job overview
We are offering a Full-time contract to join our catering team as a catering porter.
As the kitchen porter you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the catering department, assisting in the basic preparation of meals for the patients as part of a team.
As a centre of excellence, you will have to demonstrate a good spirit of team work and excellent communication skills with staff of every level.
You should be able to organise and prioritise your workload against a high level of throughput.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible to create a safe, clean and healthy catering service for patients, staff and visitors in accordance with local and national health and safety and food hygiene legislation, the Catering Department Food Safety and Hygiene Manual and PLACE requirements.
You will ensure compliance with set local operating procedures and accurate documentation of daily tasks which might vary on a day to day basis.
Work closely with the chefs to assist in carrying out of daily tasks including food preparation and in other areas of the kitchen which will include the staff restaurant.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached.
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Team work
Desirable
- Good relationship with colleagues
Knowledge
Essential
- Good level of literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
- Understanding COSHH, Equal opportunities, Diversity
Experience
Essential
- Sound Employment History
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a similar catering environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of General education
- Ability to speak, read and write at basic level English
Desirable
- Level 2 award in food safety. Manual handling qualification
Other Requirements
Essential
- Acceptable attendance to work
Desirable
- Self-motivated and pride in personal performance and appearance
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This advert is for Kitchen Porter with West London NHS Trust in Southall, London, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £30,142 Per Annum Inclusive of Allowances. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Jul 2026.
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