Head Kitchen Porter - 180 House, Central London

The Role… 

At Soho House, the Head Kitchen Porter will take ownership of the dishwashing and cleaning areas, coordinate with the wider kitchen team, and actively support the chefs to ensure seamless operations during busy service periods. 

Your main responsibility is leading the kitchen porter team and ensuring the efficient cleaning, organising, and sanitising of all kitchen equipment, utensils, and areas.

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What's in it for you?

• Weekly Pay
• Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs
• Soho Friends Membership
• 50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week
• Staff Room Rates
• Health Cash Plan (Option to add up to 2 additional dependents)
• Dental Plan (option to add up to additional 2 dependents)
• Birthday Day Off after 1 years continuous service 
• Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home
• In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.
• Free Counselling Sessions
• Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.
• Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally
• Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.

Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career

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Key duties…

• Lead and motivate a team of kitchen porters to ensure all cleaning duties are completed to standard and on time 
• Operate industrial dishwashers and ensure all pots, pans, cutlery, crockery, and glassware are properly washed, dried, and stored 
• Oversee the cleanliness and organisation of the dishwashing area and storage zones 
• Monitor rubbish disposal throughout shifts, including recycling and food waste segregation 
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, and surfaces through mopping and wiping down regularly 
• Adhere to all Food Safety and Health & Safety policies and practices in line with UK regulations (including COSHH) 
• Follow detailed cleaning schedules and standard operating procedures (SOPs) 
• Support the kitchen team by replenishing stock, reporting low supplies, and assisting where required during peak service times 
• Handle kitchen equipment and items carefully to minimise breakages and maintain inventory integrity 

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What we are looking for...

A successful Head Kitchen Porter for Soho House will ideally have up to 2 years’ experience in a busy high-profile venue and a natural flair for first class service. You’ll be reliable, friendly and happy to be a key part of the team that strives for success.  

• Previous cleaning, housekeeping, or janitorial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment. 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently. 
• Reliability, discretion, and a professional attitude. 
• Flexibility to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays as required. 
• Ability to handle feedback to achieve member satisfaction 
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment 
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions