Kitchen Porter/Assistant

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about

3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training & development opportunities

Pension & life insurance

Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App

Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme

Free meals while at work

Career development & Apprenticeships for all experience levels

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter/Assistant to join the kitchen team at [insert school name]. This is a great opportunity to play a vital part in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment in a supportive, food-led Education setting.

You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

The safety and wellbeing of the people we serve is at the heart of everything we do. A key element is effective allergen management; achieved through training, communication, and care, we create mealtimes where every pupil has a safe experience. Our mission is simple: to provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their job and our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

Holroyd Howe is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Kitchen Porter/Assistant to join our team in Oxford, United Kingdom. In this role, you will be an essential part of our kitchen operations, supporting our culinary team in maintaining the highest standards of food preparation, hygiene, and service. The ideal candidate will be organized, efficient, and committed to delivering exceptional support in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, including washing, sanitizing, and storing dishes, cookware, and utensils according to food safety standards

Assist with basic food preparation tasks, including washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables and other ingredients as directed by kitchen staff

Support the culinary team by organizing and restocking kitchen supplies, ensuring all necessary items are readily available

Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, following all operational guidelines

Manage waste disposal and recycling procedures in compliance with health and safety regulations

Monitor and maintain appropriate food storage temperatures and conditions

Assist with food delivery and inventory management tasks

Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to ensure smooth workflow and timely task completion

Adhere to all food safety protocols and company hygiene standards at all times

Perform additional kitchen support duties as assigned by kitchen management

Proven experience working in a kitchen or hospitality environment (preferred)

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods

Excellent time management and reliability

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with kitchen staff

Food Safety Certificate or willingness to obtain one (preferred)

Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and food preparation techniques (preferred)

Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings and weekends as required

We pride ourselves on:

People first We’re a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients.

Great food, always Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences.

Food education We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.

Respect in everything we do Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other.

Fresh thinking New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.

In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.