Kitchen Porter

We're hiring a Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant to join Ormo Lounge part of Loungers, proudly named Casual Dining Group of the Year 2026. Offering up to £12.71/hr + tips, paid breaks, staff food every shift, and 50% off food & drinks from day one. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who loves being part of a busy kitchen team and takes pride in keeping standards high. About the Kitchen Porter Role Lounges are pretty special places, and what makes them so special is the brilliant people who work in them.We're looking for a Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant to join our busy, friendly, supportive kitchen team. In this role, you'll help keep the kitchen clean, safe, organised, and ready for service while also supporting our chefs with food prep when needed. It's a simple but vital role. Without you, the kitchen doesn't run properly. You'll play a huge part in making sure the team can deliver freshly cooked food on spec, on time, every time.We're a growing brand with 300+ sites across England and Wales. Whether you're looking for your next hospitality role or want flexible work in a fast-moving kitchen, there's a place for you here. What's in it For You? Hourly pay + tips. Tips are shared equally across the team, based on hours workedHourly paid flexible contract. Ideal for part-time, full-time, or flexible work seekers. This role is likely to include evening and weekend workFree meal on every shift no matter the lengthChristmas and Boxing Day offGenuine career development with our career pathways and bitesize training courses50% discount on food and drinks from day one. Including alcohol across all our brands (Lounge, Cosy Club, & Brightside) from day oneThe most talked-about staff party in hospitality Loungefest!Long service awards Vouchers/Extra moneyEarly access to your pay with StreamEmotional and practical support via the Licensed Trade Charity What You'll Do Keep the kitchen clean, tidy, and well organised throughout the dayMaintain high standards of cleanliness across kitchen areas, equipment, and washing upSupport the chefs with food prep during service and prep timeFollow food hygiene, allergen, and health & safety procedures at all timesStick to Lounge kitchen processes and equipment guidesWork as part of one team to help deliver a brilliant customer experience What You'll Bring A positive attitude and a willingness to get stuck inSomeone the team can count on you show up, you're on time, and you give it everything when you're therePride in doing things properly and not cutting cornersA strong work ethic and the ability to work at paceGood communication and a team-first mindsetA real understanding of the importance of cleanliness, safety, and consistency in the kitchenExperience in a kitchen or hospitality environment is helpful, but just as important is the right attitude and reliability