Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant for an independent cafe
Location:Hammersmith
Job Type: Full-time
About Us
We are a busy independent breakfast café looking for a reliable, hardworking and self-motivated team member to join our kitchen. This is a hands-on role that combines kitchen porter duties with food preparation and kitchen support during busy service.
We’re looking for someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in cleanliness and organisation, and is confident taking responsibility for the kitchen during the closing shift.
Key Responsibilities
● Support the chefs with food preparation and service during busy periods.
● Prepare customer orders independently once the busy service has finished.
● Complete the kitchen closing shift without supervision.
● Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
● Thoroughly clean all kitchen equipment, including juicers, blenders and small appliances.
● Wash dishes, pots and kitchen utensils throughout the shift.
● Clean and sanitise all kitchen surfaces and floors.
● Complete the daily kitchen close to a high standard.
● Clean the customer seating area, including mopping and vacuuming the floor.
● Follow and complete the weekly deep cleaning schedule, including tasks such as:
● Deep cleaning fryers and changing fryer oil.
● Cleaning extraction and ventilation filters.
● Deep cleaning the dishwasher.
● Cleaning refrigeration units and shelving.
● Other scheduled deep cleaning tasks as required.
● Ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for the following day’s service.
What We’re Looking For
● Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter, Kitchen Assistant or Prep Chef is preferred.
● Ability to work calmly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
● Confident working independently and taking ownership of the closing shift.
● Strong attention to detail and excellent cleaning standards.
● Good organisational and time management skills.
● Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
● A positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.
● Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety practices is desirable.
What We Offer.
● Tronc (additional tips shared fairly among the team).
● Paid holiday entitlement.
● Staff meals during shifts.
● Opportunities to develop your kitchen skills.
● A friendly and supportive team environment.
● Stable hours in a growing independent café.
If you’re someone who enjoys keeping a kitchen running smoothly, isn’t afraid of hard work, and can take responsibility for closing the café to a high standard, we’d love to hear from you.
İş Türü: Tam zamanlı, Yarı zamanlı
Maaş: saatlik £13,00 veya üzeri
Work Location: İş yeri
