Closing Date: 21/09/2025 - we may close this position before the closing date, depending on volume of applications, so please don't delay submitting an application! Job Title Kitchen Porter Department Operations Direct Reports None Reports to Performance Chef Location Cobdown Park, Station Road, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 6AU Working Pattern 40hrs per week, evenings and weekends Salary £12.21 per hour Level of DBS Enhanced Child Barred List About Us: London City Lionesses are part of the Kynisca group, setting a vision and building an infrastructure in which all the players and staff can thrive. Owned by Michele Kang, our vision for Kynisca is to: 1. Become the most pre-eminent sports organisation in the world; 2. Have a high-performance culture of winning on and off the pitch; 3. Train women as women; and 4. Motivate and inspire the next generation of girls and women. Our Values: We Lead The Way | We Dream Big | We Get it Done | We Innovate | We Inspire our Community Role Purpose: The role of the Kitchen Porter is to support with kitchen-based tasks, as directed by the Performance Chef and Chef de Partie, to ensure safe, smooth and effective running of kitchen and catering operations at the Training Ground. The ideal candidate will have some experience of working in a commercial kitchen and be very reliable and flexible to support with the needs of the kitchen. Main Duties/ Responsibilities 1. Assist chefs with basic food preparation where required 2. Wash and store crockery, cutlery, and kitchen utensils promptly and efficiently 3. Operate dishwashing and cleaning equipment safely 4. Receive and store deliveries, ensuring stock is rotated and stored safely 5. Dispose of waste appropriately and in accordance with Club policies 6. Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, including equipment, surfaces, and floors, in line with food hygiene standards 7. Comply with health & safety, food safety, and hygiene regulations at all times. 8. Other ad-hoc duties as assigned from time-to-time by management Club Accountabilities 1. To comply with all Club policies, procedures and practices and carry out your role diligently and in the best interests of the Club 2. To lead with a proactive, high-performance mindset and actively contribute to a winning culture on and off the pitch 3. To behave in a manner consistent with Club values and policies 4. To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements. 5. To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel. What we are looking for Qualifications and Training Essential · Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate · Safeguarding Desirable · Additional food hygiene, safety or food industry related qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential · Ability to work effectively as part of a team · Good time management and organisational skills · A positive attitude and willingness to learn · Able to remain calm and efficient under pressure. · Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and professionalism. · Awareness of health, safety, and hygiene practices · Flexibility to work daytimes, evenings, weekends, and matchdays Desirable · Previous experience in a similar environment Characteristics · Passionate about women’s football and broader women’s sport culture. · Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to deal with matrix stakeholders & ambiguity. · High standards of personal integrity and EQ. · Comfortable and able to work on own initiative · Has a learning mindset; is keen to continue their self-development and keep up to date with best practice and learning opportunities · Continually seeks to improve efficiency and performance · Seeks out and embraces new ways of thinking and working – not afraid to fail. London City Lionesses is committed to safeguarding, health and safety, and equality, diversity, and inclusion. We prioritise the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, the well-being of all staff and visitors, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. These responsibilities are shared by all staff and volunteers, with safeguarding, safety, and inclusivity being collective priorities. All staff are required to adhere to the Club’s policies, complete relevant training, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. This includes timely reporting of concerns, compliance with health and safety regulations, and upholding the Club’s zero-tolerance approach to discrimination. For certain roles, additional checks, such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks or health assessments, may be required. Applications must include a fully completed application form; CVs alone will not be accepted. All candidates will be assessed on merit and their alignment with the Club’s values.