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Kitchen Porter
ME London STK
Full Time
1 Year Experience
Coins Icon Competitive salary
Kitchen Porter
ME London STK

Description

The world is yours with Meliá

Joining Meliá is to embark on a journey without borders, where your potential to grow, develop, and inspire has no limits. It's knowing that the world is yours — with opportunities to build your career across destinations worldwide — all while being part of one warm, supportive, and passionate family.


Kitchen Porter

Department: Kitchen / Stewarding
Location: STK London – ME London Hotel, The Strand
Brand: STK London at ME London
Package: Competitive Salary + Service Charge


About STK London

Located within the iconic ME London Hotel on The Strand, STK London combines the modern steakhouse concept with a vibrant dining experience, delivering premium cuisine, exceptional service, and an energetic atmosphere. Renowned for its high-quality steaks, contemporary menu, and dynamic environment, STK offers the opportunity to build your hospitality career within one of London's leading lifestyle dining destinations.


What's in it for you?
  • Competitive salary plus generous service charge
  • Global career opportunities across more than 350 hotels worldwide
  • Exclusive hotel rates for you, your friends & family with Meliá Hotels Worldwide
  • Company pension scheme
  • Refer-a-Friend bonus (£500 upon successful completion of probation)
  • 28 days' holiday including bank holidays
  • Health Cash Plan & discounted dental cover through HSF
  • Unlimited access to Meliá's global learning platform (eMeliá)
  • Career development and internal promotion opportunities
  • Recognition and rewards programmes
  • High street discounts through Perks at Work
  • Complimentary meals, beverages and uniform laundry whilst on duty

Mission

As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth operation of STK London's kitchen by maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation. Working closely with the culinary team, you will ensure all kitchen equipment, utensils and back-of-house areas are maintained to the highest standards, enabling the team to deliver an outstanding dining experience for every guest.


Key Responsibilities – Operational Excellence
  • Maintain exceptional cleanliness and organisation throughout all kitchen and stewarding areas.
  • Ensure all kitchen utensils, crockery, cutlery and equipment are cleaned, sanitised and available for service.
  • Support chefs by maintaining a clean and safe working environment during busy service periods.
  • Follow all cleaning schedules, waste disposal procedures and HACCP standards.
  • Assist with the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment, refrigerators, freezers and storage areas.
  • Monitor and minimise breakages, reporting any damaged equipment promptly.
  • Safely handle and store cleaning chemicals and equipment in accordance with company procedures.
  • Support goods deliveries, stock movement and the organisation of back-of-house storage areas when required.
  • Work collaboratively with the kitchen brigade to ensure efficient daily operations.
  • Maintain the highest standards of health, safety and hygiene at all times.

What we're looking for
  • Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or within a kitchen or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential.
  • Strong understanding of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety standards.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
  • Positive attitude with a strong team-focused approach.
  • Reliable, hardworking and well organised with excellent attention to detail.
  • Flexible approach to working shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
  • Good communication skills and willingness to learn.
  • Commitment to maintaining high operational and safety standards.
  • Passion for hospitality and supporting exceptional guest experiences.

Because belonging to the great Meliá family is being VIP

At Meliá, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're starting your hospitality journey or continuing to develop your career, you'll be part of a culture built on respect, collaboration and passion. From our newest talents to our most experienced professionals, we are all Very Inspiring People—and that includes you.


Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Meliá Hotels International is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace for all. Our differences make us stronger and help us build a responsible present and a sustainable future.


Eligibility to work in the UK is required.

If you want to become a Very Inspiring Person, apply today and start your journey with Meliá.

Follow us on: Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn | Indeed | Glassdoor

The world is yours with Meliá

Joining Meliá is to embark on a journey without borders, where your potential to grow, develop, and inspire has no limits. It's knowing that the world is yours — with opportunities to build your career across destinations worldwide — all while being part of one warm, supportive, and passionate family.


Kitchen Porter

Department: Kitchen / Stewarding
Location: STK London – ME London Hotel, The Strand
Brand: STK London at ME London
Package: Competitive Salary + Service Charge


About STK London

Located within the iconic ME London Hotel on The Strand, STK London combines the modern steakhouse concept with a vibrant dining experience, delivering premium cuisine, exceptional service, and an energetic atmosphere. Renowned for its high-quality steaks, contemporary menu, and dynamic environment, STK offers the opportunity to build your hospitality career within one of London's leading lifestyle dining destinations.


What's in it for you?
  • Competitive salary plus generous service charge
  • Global career opportunities across more than 350 hotels worldwide
  • Exclusive hotel rates for you, your friends & family with Meliá Hotels Worldwide
  • Company pension scheme
  • Refer-a-Friend bonus (£500 upon successful completion of probation)
  • 28 days' holiday including bank holidays
  • Health Cash Plan & discounted dental cover through HSF
  • Unlimited access to Meliá's global learning platform (eMeliá)
  • Career development and internal promotion opportunities
  • Recognition and rewards programmes
  • High street discounts through Perks at Work
  • Complimentary meals, beverages and uniform laundry whilst on duty

Mission

As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth operation of STK London's kitchen by maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation. Working closely with the culinary team, you will ensure all kitchen equipment, utensils and back-of-house areas are maintained to the highest standards, enabling the team to deliver an outstanding dining experience for every guest.


Key Responsibilities – Operational Excellence
  • Maintain exceptional cleanliness and organisation throughout all kitchen and stewarding areas.
  • Ensure all kitchen utensils, crockery, cutlery and equipment are cleaned, sanitised and available for service.
  • Support chefs by maintaining a clean and safe working environment during busy service periods.
  • Follow all cleaning schedules, waste disposal procedures and HACCP standards.
  • Assist with the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment, refrigerators, freezers and storage areas.
  • Monitor and minimise breakages, reporting any damaged equipment promptly.
  • Safely handle and store cleaning chemicals and equipment in accordance with company procedures.
  • Support goods deliveries, stock movement and the organisation of back-of-house storage areas when required.
  • Work collaboratively with the kitchen brigade to ensure efficient daily operations.
  • Maintain the highest standards of health, safety and hygiene at all times.

What we're looking for
  • Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or within a kitchen or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential.
  • Strong understanding of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety standards.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
  • Positive attitude with a strong team-focused approach.
  • Reliable, hardworking and well organised with excellent attention to detail.
  • Flexible approach to working shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
  • Good communication skills and willingness to learn.
  • Commitment to maintaining high operational and safety standards.
  • Passion for hospitality and supporting exceptional guest experiences.

Because belonging to the great Meliá family is being VIP

At Meliá, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're starting your hospitality journey or continuing to develop your career, you'll be part of a culture built on respect, collaboration and passion. From our newest talents to our most experienced professionals, we are all Very Inspiring People—and that includes you.


Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Meliá Hotels International is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace for all. Our differences make us stronger and help us build a responsible present and a sustainable future.


Eligibility to work in the UK is required.

If you want to become a Very Inspiring Person, apply today and start your journey with Meliá.

Follow us on: Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn | Indeed | Glassdoor

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