Kitchen Porter
Location: Trowbridge
Salary: £9,291 rising to £9,401 per year, pro rata of the full time equivalent £24,619 rising to £24,910 per year
Are you reliable, practical, and comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment?
Or are you looking for a stable role with consistent hours and excellent benefits, away from late nights and unpredictable shift work?
If youre ready for a dependable job that plays an important role behind the scenes, this is your opportunity to join an education setting that values teamwork, wellbeing, and long-term security.
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and help maintain safe, clean, and efficient catering facilities that support students, staff, and visitors every day.
What We Offer
Salary:£9,291 rising to £9,401 per year (Full time equivalent £24,619 - £24,910 per year)
Contract Type:Permanent, Part Time 16 hours per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday), Term Time Only 36+2 weeks per year
Year-Round Employment:No unpaid breaks between contracts
Outstanding Benefits
Great Local Government Pension Scheme (strong financial security for your future)
Generous Holiday Entitlement 30 days pro rata paid annual leave, plus 8 days pro rata paid bank holidays
College closure and wellbeing days 2-week pro rata paid Christmas closure
Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, legal, and financial advice
Free On-Site Gyms available at multiple campuses
Lifestyle Discounts savings on retail, tech, travel, and leisure
Cycle-to-Work save on commuting costs and stay active
Training and Development full induction and food safety training provided
Additional Perks discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and exclusive attraction offers
A secure role with benefits that support your wellbeing, finances, and work-life balance.
What Youll Do
Record daily fridge and freezer temperatures accurately
Complete food safety and hygiene tracking sheets in line with regulations
Operate the dishwasher and ensure all kitchen equipment is cleaned and stored correctly
Carry out daily cleaning of kitchens, food prep areas, and service spaces
Dispose of rubbish and recycling safely and in accordance with procedures
Maintain a consistently high standard of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene
Clean large kitchen equipment thoroughly and safely
Complete laundry and ironing duties as required
Follow all food safety, health & safety, and COSHH guidelines
What Youll Bring
A dependable and hardworking approach
Ability to work effectively as part of a catering team
Good attention to detail, particularly around cleanliness and food safety
Willingness to follow procedures and complete records accurately
Previous kitchen or catering experience is helpful but not essential full training will be provided.
Why Choose This Path?
Take on a practical, essential role without:
Unpredictable shifts or late-night working
Job insecurity or seasonal gaps
Excessive pressure or long commutes
A role that offers stability, structure, and the satisfaction of contributing to a well-run college environment.
Make a move that truly pays off
If youre ready for a secure, balanced, and reliable role with excellent benefits, wed love to hear from you.
Closing Date:Monday 13th April2026
Please note:
Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.
Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Safer Recruitment
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the childrens barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
Closing date: 13 th April 2026
Shortlist date: 14 th April 2026
Interview date: TBC
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