Training Ground Full Time Kitchen Porter

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  • Job reference: SDX/TP/1173276/147832
  • Location: Newcastle United Football Club Training Ground
  • Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
  • Salary: £12.60 - £12.60
  • Closing date: 28 February 2026
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About the role

About the role

At Sodexo we know how important our family of administrators are – keeping our site running smoothly for our guests and colleagues. We have a fantastic opportunity for an Administrator to join our prestigious team at

Being the go-to person for our team, you’ll be super organised and assisting with a variety of tasks, from supporting reception duties to finance, invoices and payments as well as responding to email/phone calls.

A few things about you

We want you to bring your can-do attitude, flexible approach, and your great reliability with you, when you join us. Don’t forget to bring you excellent attention to detail and exceptional communication skills too!

Being a team player is important, but you’ll also need to be able to work well on your own! Previous experience in a similar role would be ideal, but if you have great people skills, we’d love to hear from you!

Sodexo embeds a strong Safety culture in everything we do. There’ll be company procedures to follow alongside our Health & Safety practises so it’s vital that you’ll champion this.

What you'll do

The primary purpose of a kitchen porter is to ensure that the kitchen operates smoothly and meets hygiene standards. This role supports the kitchen staff by handling various cleaning and basic food preparation tasks, allowing chefs and other kitchen personnel to focus on preparing meals for athletes and staff.

  • Undertaking cleaning duties as specified on work schedules in accordance with operating procedures, making sure cleaning of fryers when needed.

  • Ensuring strict adherence to manufacturers instructions regarding the use of chemical agents and their application

  • Monitor chemical use and other supply if necessary

  • Operating dish washing machine and other cleaning equipment and utensils in accordance with prescribed procedures

  • Cleaning work surfaces, shelving, floors, walls, cupboards, grease filters and grease traps (Staff areas when required) induction hobs and live station.

  • Emptying and cleaning rubbish bins and maintaining the room area to a high standard of cleanliness

  • Assisting when directed to do so, with stocktaking of crockery, glass, cutlery and other utensils.

  • Reporting malfunction of services, equipment and any repair requirements relating to wall surfaces, floors, light fittings or wall switches, to Head of Department.

  • Complying fully with all regulations relating to Health and Safety at work Act 1974, hygiene and food handling, fire precautions and emergency procedures and COSHH Regulations

  • Wearing protective clothing and footwear in accordance with Company’s directive (Uniform standards) and ensuring a very high standard of personal hygiene and appearance at all times. All staff must be wearing and using PPE

  • Never operate any piece of equipment or any power appliance unless having been properly instructed in its use and having demonstrated a competence to do so by signing the training records

  • Ensuring correct stock rotation when unloading stock into storage (i.e.: Dry goods, raw products, vegetables…etc)

  • Ensuring correct and hygienic handling and processing of food items is maintained

  • Exercise proper control of company stock and property, ensuring that the correct use and safe storage of all food items through date stamping/labelling

  • To comply fully with all regulations relating to Health and Safety regulations: -
      • Fire precautions and emergency procedures
      • COSHH
      • Hygiene and Food Safety

What you'll bring

Essential

  • Demonstrate experience of working in a similar role within the service industry at a comparable level in a company
  • Good numerical and communication skills, must be able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication
  • Knowledge of health & safety and food safety
  • Able to work on own initiative within a team environment
  • Able to demonstrate attention to detail and adherence to standards
  • Analyse problems analytically, develop opportunities and implement innovative solutions

Desirable

  • IOSH qualification or equivalent
  • Proven experience of client relationships
  • Experience of working in a similar environment

Contextual or other information:

  • May be required to work unsociable hours in line with business requirements
  • Flexibility on work schedule will be required at times

Why Sodexo?

  • 40 Hours per Week
  • £12.60 per hour
  • 5 out of 7 days per week?
  • Many employee benefits, rewards and recognition.

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KEY BENEFITS

  • Advice and guidance

    Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it.
  • Pension Plan

    Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan.
  • Wellbeing support

    Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
  • Generous leave

    For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge.
  • Discounts and savings

    Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme
  • Virtual GP

    24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.

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Social Impact

Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.

We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.

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Map showing location of Newcastle United Football Club Training Ground, United Kingdom, NE12 9SF
Newcastle United Football Club Training Ground, United Kingdom, NE12 9SF

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