Kitchen Porter
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £10.90 to £13.14 an hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Stoke-on-trent, ST4 6QG |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 26 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Job Description
Healthy outcomes start with positive patientexperiences.
- 24.5 Hours a Week / 4 days on 4 days off / 06:00 - 13:30
- £10.90 - £13.14 per hour
- Uniform Provided / Access to Blue Light Card / Sodexo Benefits
- 20 Days Holiday per Year + Bank Holidays
- Location is Royal Stoke Hospital
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Job Introduction
A Role That Keeps You Moving – JoinSodexoas a Kitchen Porter
Are you looking for a role where no two days are the same, where you can grow, belong, and be part of something greater? As aKitchen PorteratSodexo Royal Stoke Hospital,you’ll play a vital role in keeping our kitchen running smoothly, workingbehind the scenes to support our chefs and ensure every dish is served to thehighest standard.
If this is, YOU join Sodexo and be part of somethinggreater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in yourown way.
What you’ll do:
- Carry out a range of kitchen porter duties in line with schedules and supervisor instructions
- Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) legislation and standard
- Take responsibility for personal and team health & safety, ensuring no risk to others
- Deliver ad hoc food and equipment items to wards and clinical areas
- Communicate effectively with colleagues to support catering service delivery
- Complete daily records and documentation accurately and on time
- Move food trolleys and equipment safely, following procedures and escalation routes
- Maintain hygiene, cleanliness, infection control, and ensure equipment is properly cleaned, serviced, and operational
What you bring:
- A positive attitude, professionalism, and respect for others
- Strong communication and listening skills with a focus on excellent customer care
- Emotionally resilient with the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to respond quickly to change
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements in the workplace
- A reliable team player who can also use initiative and work independently
- The ability to stay on your feet and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to learn new skills (e.g. food safety, health & hygiene)
What we offer:
Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance tomake a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act withpurpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range ofbenefits to support you and your loved ones:
- Mental health and wellbeing resources
- Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
- Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
- Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
- Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
- Retirement savings plan and life insurance
- Full training and protective uniform provided.
- Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
- Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
- Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
- Competitive pay
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now andbring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.
We may close this advert early if wereceive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every dayfor everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services thatimprove the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food andFM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. Weare a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from peoplewith a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with ourEmployee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, SodexoDisability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed tochanging attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have thechance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a DisabilityConfident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet theminimum selection criteria for the job.
Clickhereto read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together,Generations and Origins.