SSP UK & Ireland
Kitchen Porter
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Kitchen Porter
Kitchen Porter – Manchester Airport
Fixed term contract until end of October 2026.
Pay Rate
- Base rate: £12.85 per hour
- Incentive for shift workers: Earn an additional £1.20/hour (bringing your rate to £14.05/hour) for shifts worked between midnight and 6 AM.
Hours & Flexibility
- Daily shift: 3 AM – 11 PM
- Flexible across weekdays, weekends, bank holidays, and public holidays.
- Additional tips and service charge opportunities available.
Why Join SSP?
Step into a dynamic hospitality environment! SSP collaborates with top brands like:
- M&S
- Starbucks
- Burger King
- BrewDog
Serve thousands of happy customers across UK & Irish airports, train stations, and motorway services.
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No two days are the same—fast-paced, friendly, and full of energy!
About the Role
Ever had a job where fun, friends, and good vibes matter just as much as getting things done? Here at Kitchen Porter, you’ll thrive in that type of environment.
What You’ll Do
- Support chefs with basic food prep and waste management
- Ensure kitchen areas remain clean, including dishes, surfaces, and floors
- Play a key role in maintaining food safety standards
- Previous kitchen experience helpful but not required—full onboarding provided!
About You
- Prefer a busy, fast-paced job where you take pride in your work
- Enjoy friendly, high-energy teams—we love a team with spirit!
- 18+ years old (due to certain role/responsibility requirements)
- Must provide 5 years of references and pass a Criminal Record Check.
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What We Offer
✅ Discounted meals and parking while on shift ✅ Employee discounts, including a Friends & Family Discount App ✅ Award-winning training, apprenticeships, and development programs ✅ Health & Wellbeing support
Ready to Join the Team?
Join us as a Kitchen Porter and be part of something lively!
At SSP, we celebrate diversity and commit to a workplace that reflects varied skills, talents, and backgrounds.
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