BAR BLONDIE - NEW WINE BAR & RESTAURANT
Kitchen Porter
SALARY: £12.71 - £13.00 per hour
LOCATION: Queen’s Park, West London
OPPORTUNITY: An exciting opportunity for a Kitchen Porter to join the opening team of a new and ambitious wine bar and restaurant in West London.
BAR BLONDIE:
An exciting new wine bar and restaurant concept like no other in London, from founders Elliot Milne (founder of Milk Beach) and Alex Price (Head of Wine at Plates*, Head of Wine HAM Restaurants, GM Bar Crispin)
Led by Executive Chef Alex Busca (Head Chef at Milk Beach Soho) and Head Chef Alastair Walling (Former Head Chef at Albers) the kitchen will focus on Southern European inspired cuisine.
Opening July 2026
Location: situated on the beautiful Lonsdale Road mews in Queen’s Park, West London
Size of Restaurant: 44 covers inside + 24 covers outside + additional street dining and drinking
Size of Kitchen Team: 4 chefs (Head Chef, Sous Chef, two Chef de Parties) including two Kitchen Porters
Food:
Southern European inspired – snacks, small plates, fresh pasta, grill, desserts.
Ingredient-led menu led by close relationships with carefully chosen farms
Targeting accolades, Michelin Bib Gourmand, National Restaurant Awards etc
INSPIRATION: Goodbye Horses, St Eia (Cornwall), Noble Rot
VIBE: something new and fresh for West London; a rich, community led, creative space showcasing exceptional wines and ingredient-led cooking; vibrant atmosphere with carefully curated cultural events including music, poetry and events; street dining and drinking in Spring/Summer
ROLE & RESPONSIBITIES:
Support the culinary team by assisting with dishwashing, kitchen cleaning, and basic food preparation tasks.
Receive and process deliveries efficiently, ensuring all items are stored correctly in dry storage, refrigerators, and freezers.
Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment while maintaining a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Foster a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace by contributing to a collaborative team culture.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Passionate about hospitality, food, and being part of a talented team
Curious, positive, and eager to learn and grow within a creative restaurant environment
Someone who hard-working, values teamwork, respect, and is keen to expand their culinary skills and knowledge
WHAT WE OFFER:
Mentorship under Exec Chef Alex Busca and Head Chef Alastair Walling
Supplier trips to farms, team socials, and award opportunities
Ongoing training and development opportunities for both product knowledge and management skills
Inclusive and diverse workforce
28 days holiday per year
Meals, softs, coffees, and teas while on shift
25-50% discounts at all group venues
If this sounds like you, please apply — we’d love to chat.
BAR BLONDIE - NEW WINE BAR & RESTAURANT
Kitchen Porter
SALARY: £12.71 - £13.00 per hour
LOCATION: Queen’s Park, West London
OPPORTUNITY: An exciting opportunity for a Kitchen Porter to join the opening team of a new and ambitious wine bar and restaurant in West London.
BAR BLONDIE:
An exciting new wine bar and restaurant concept like no other in London, from founders Elliot Milne (founder of Milk Beach) and Alex Price (Head of Wine at Plates*, Head of Wine HAM Restaurants, GM Bar Crispin)
Led by Executive Chef Alex Busca (Head Chef at Milk Beach Soho) and Head Chef Alastair Walling (Former Head Chef at Albers) the kitchen will focus on Southern European inspired cuisine.
Opening July 2026
Location: situated on the beautiful Lonsdale Road mews in Queen’s Park, West London
Size of Restaurant: 44 covers inside + 24 covers outside + additional street dining and drinking
Size of Kitchen Team: 4 chefs (Head Chef, Sous Chef, two Chef de Parties) including two Kitchen Porters
Food:
Southern European inspired – snacks, small plates, fresh pasta, grill, desserts.
Ingredient-led menu led by close relationships with carefully chosen farms
Targeting accolades, Michelin Bib Gourmand, National Restaurant Awards etc
INSPIRATION: Goodbye Horses, St Eia (Cornwall), Noble Rot
VIBE: something new and fresh for West London; a rich, community led, creative space showcasing exceptional wines and ingredient-led cooking; vibrant atmosphere with carefully curated cultural events including music, poetry and events; street dining and drinking in Spring/Summer
ROLE & RESPONSIBITIES:
Support the culinary team by assisting with dishwashing, kitchen cleaning, and basic food preparation tasks.
Receive and process deliveries efficiently, ensuring all items are stored correctly in dry storage, refrigerators, and freezers.
Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment while maintaining a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Foster a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace by contributing to a collaborative team culture.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Passionate about hospitality, food, and being part of a talented team
Curious, positive, and eager to learn and grow within a creative restaurant environment
Someone who hard-working, values teamwork, respect, and is keen to expand their culinary skills and knowledge
WHAT WE OFFER:
Mentorship under Exec Chef Alex Busca and Head Chef Alastair Walling
Supplier trips to farms, team socials, and award opportunities
Ongoing training and development opportunities for both product knowledge and management skills
Inclusive and diverse workforce
28 days holiday per year
Meals, softs, coffees, and teas while on shift
25-50% discounts at all group venues
If this sounds like you, please apply — we’d love to chat.