Job Description

Sheffield
04/01/2026


Kitchen Porter- City


The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.


Job details

Salary

24,727 per annum (this will be pro-rata'd for hours/weeks worked)

Contractual hours

25

Basis

Term Time

Package

30 Days (222 hours)+ 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
3% Employer Pension Contribution into NEST Pension Scheme

Date posted

25/09/2025

Job reference

RR00000928


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Job description

About us

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage.

About The

role

The Sheffield College is a large, vibrant and diverse further education college and we are proud of how the college contributes to transforming lives through learning by meeting local skills needs.

This role is a term-time role, working 25 hours hours x 40 weeks

Working for our subsidiary company, Sparks Managed Services, in the catering services department, you will play an important role in supporting the student and staff experience by providing high quality food and drink offers across our campuses.

The Kitchen Porter role will be key in maintaining a safe, clean and efficient kitchen and catering environment. This role will help ensure that our refectories, coffee shops and catering outlets operate smoothly, remain compliant with hygiene standards, and provide an excellent service to our students, staff and visitors.

Key Objectives:

Support the smooth operation of catering services through effective cleaning, stock handling and kitchen support


Maintain a safe, hygienic and clutter-free environment across all kitchen and catering areas


Contribute to a positive experience for students, staff and visitors through a helpful and professional approach

Main Responsibilities:

To achieve these objectives specific duties, include, but are not limited to:

Carry out regular deep cleaning of kitchen, food preparation and catering areas in line with health and safety and food hygiene requirements


Ensure all areas are kept clear of clutter, debris and hazards, maintaining a safe environment for staff and students


Support the movement and rotation of stock and deliveries, ensuring items are stored safely and appropriately


Undertake pot wash and cleaning of equipment, crockery and utensils as required


Assist catering staff by keeping work areas tidy and ensuring that equipment and supplies are available when needed


Dispose of waste correctly, following College recycling and sustainability procedures


Report maintenance, health and safety or hygiene concerns promptly to the Refectory Senior Supervisor


Support college events where catering services are provided, ensuring areas are cleaned and reset efficiently


Work flexibly as part of the catering services team, providing cover and support across outlets as required


From time-to-time these responsibilities may be reviewed so that they evolve as part of the college's strategic growth and success. You may also be required to take on other tasks related to the job to support the College in the delivery of its strategic aims, without changing the role's main purpose.

Cross College Responsibilities

You may be required to participate in cross-college teams and working groups on key projects.

You may need to attend relevant internal committees and groups.

You will act as a role model to colleagues, ensuring that the responsibilities of the post are carried out in line with the College's FREDIE+ values and behaviours.

Student Related Responsibilities

Anyone who has regular contact with children and young people in their day-to-day responsibilities must ensure they are safe. You will work with the Safeguarding Team, ensuring concerns regarding students/apprentices are shared in a timely, accurate manner You will be involved in supporting college open days, during the exam season student enrolment, and any other required events.

Other Responsibilities

All staff are responsible for ensuring the college provides a safe and sustainable environment for students, staff and visitors. You will support this by:

Understanding and undertaking the specific responsibilities for their role as documented within the Health and Safety Policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with Data Protection Regulations.


Ensure that environmental sustainability is a key consideration in the actions we take, working towards the college's environmental strategy and net zero ambition.

If you want to find out more about the role please contact Mark Farnsworth, Head of Catering Services, Mark.Farnsworth@sheffcol.ac.uk

What we can offer you

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of 24,727 per annum (this will be pro-rata'd for hours/weeks worked) based upon a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to the role.

Our benefits

Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with NEST - 3 % Annual leave - 30 Days (222 hours)+ 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period Health and wellbeing, we offer Employee assistance programme through Bupa Occupational Health through PAM Free eye tests for VDU users Free Parking is available at the majority of our campuses


Further information can be found on our Benefits andCareer Development pages.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review our Recruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant, we're pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

Next Steps:

To apply:

Click and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk- CVs are currently not accepted.

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date: 04 January 2026

Please be aware - If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy earlier.
Kitchen Porter- City