Kitchen Porter

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Edinburgh
TYPE
Part-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Hospitality & Catering
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Verbal Communication Teamwork Attention to Detail Punctuality Proactiveness Back of House Kitchen Experience Flexibility (Evenings/Weekends) Cleaning Standards

FULL DESCRIPTION

Kitchen Porter at Heritage Portfolio

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Kitchen Porter for the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] team at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. This is a part-time position with a salary of £13.45 per hour.

About the Role

As a Kitchen Porter, you will provide and maintain an efficient, clean, safe working environment in all kitchens and back of house areas. You will follow responsibilities as defined in the cleaning schedule.

What You’ll Do

  • Comply with all Company & client policies and statutory regulations relating to Health & Safety, safe working practices, hygiene, cleanliness, fire and COSHH.
  • Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the service yard.
  • Maintain the upkeep and tidiness of the outdoor kitchen and equipment.
  • Receive and check in all cleaning and disposable goods.
  • Maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the kitchen.
  • Keep all work areas and surfaces clean and tidy.
  • Ensure the kitchen is closed to the highest level of cleanliness.

What You’ll Bring

  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Being friendly yet professional
  • Being a team player
  • Good attention to detail and punctuality
  • Being proactive
  • Experience within a back of house kitchen setting
  • Able to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays

Desirable: Previous KP experience and good awareness of industry standards.

Key Benefits

  • Advice and guidance
  • Pension Plan
  • Wellbeing support
  • Generous leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Virtual GP

Location

Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh, EH3 5NZ, United Kingdom

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds.

Social Impact

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to volunteering and has donated over £9 million to charities.

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