Kitchen Porter

5w1 month ago

Priory

GB · Part-time · £15,428 – £15,428

About this role

Priory Hospital North London is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join its team in a part-time 22-hour role. Set within a striking Grade I listed building overlooking beautiful parklands, the hospital is a leading centre for mental health treatment.

You will ensure all catering stock and equipment is correctly stored and accounted for per Assured Safe Catering standards. Duties include delivering meals to various areas, assisting with basic food preparation, and completing all cleaning in kitchen and servery areas.

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team working to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and support patient wellbeing. While not providing direct care, your contribution is vital in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment.

Priory offers full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions. You will be well supported with regular career conversations to help shape your career.

Requirements

Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
Understanding of fundamental food hygiene principles.
Resilience and ability to handle a challenging but rewarding environment.
Natural empathy to support others through highs and lows.
Ability to work as part of a dedicated and compassionate team.
Willingness to undergo full basic training provided.

Responsibilities

Ensure all catering stock and equipment is correctly stored and accounted for per Assured Safe Catering standards.
Deliver meals and other catering supplies to various areas within the unit in a timely and efficient manner.
Assist with basic preparation of food items under direction.
Complete all cleaning within kitchen, catering, and servery areas in a timely and efficient manner, complying with Assured Safe Catering standards.
Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
Remove waste and recyclables from kitchen and dining areas.

Benefits

Free on-site parking.
Birthday Holiday – your birthday as an extra day's annual leave.
Enhanced maternity pay.
Contributory pension scheme.
Flexible benefits including reduced rates on gym membership, IT technology, and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme).
Sponsorship of professional qualifications through Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel.
Long service award.