Kitchen Porter

About Impact Food Group

Impact Food Group (IFG) is among the fastest expanding school food providers in England, serving nearly a million students daily across over 1,500 schools. The company is focused on providing nutritious, high-quality meals that contribute to the wellbeing and satisfaction of students. Its brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, illustrating extensive experience within the school catering sector.

Position Overview

Job Title: Kitchen Porter
Location: Oakgrove Primary School, Milton Keynes, MK10 9SG
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Shift Hours: 11:45 AM to 1:45 PM (approximately 10 hours per week)
Working Weeks: 38 weeks annually (term time plus inset days)
Salary: £5,338.20 per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize pots, pans, cutlery, and crockery using an industrial dishwasher or by hand as needed.
• Verify incoming deliveries, confirm the accuracy of stock received, and store items securely.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen and dining spaces consistently.
• Assist the catering team in delivering friendly, efficient, and high-quality service to customers.

Candidate Requirements

• Reliability and a strong work ethic are essential.
• Prior experience in catering, retail, or customer service is advantageous but not mandatory.
• A positive, cooperative approach and ability to work well within a team.
• Commitment to adhering to food hygiene and safety protocols.
• Take pride in ensuring cleanliness and upholding high standards.

No formal qualifications are necessary; IFG supports employee development and career growth.

Benefits and Perks

• Work-life balance with daytime shifts and no evening or weekend work.
• All school holidays off.
• Complimentary meals during shifts.
• Access to training opportunities and career advancement prospects.
• Availability of free qualifications to staff.
• Discount schemes at over 850 retailers.
• Monthly team incentives, including chances to win shopping vouchers.

Additional Information

A brief kitchen visit and interview are part of the recruitment process. IFG prioritizes child safeguarding, requiring successful applicants to complete an enhanced DBS check and children's barred list screening (covered by IFG). The company promotes equality of opportunity; applicants needing assistance during the interview process are encouraged to mention this confidentially. All personal data is handled according to GDPR standards.