Head Kitchen Porter

Hawksmoor Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tronc paid

Team meals

50% off food

Income protection

Volunteer days

Early wage access

Referral bonuses

Travel discounts

Welfare budget

Training & progression

Job summary

Hawksmoor Edinburgh is seeking a Head Kitchen Porter for our busy kitchen. You will be a key part of the team, helping during service and ensuring food preparation areas are clean, organised and hygienic.

This hands-on role requires reliability and the ability to work well under pressure, with full training provided. You will support with basic prep, waste management, and stock organisation while upholding Hawksmoor's high standards.

Qualifications

• Kitchen experience preferred but not required; full training provided.
• Reliable and hardworking with a positive attitude.
• Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Keep the kitchen clean, safe and organised during service
• Wash dishes, pots and equipment to a high standard
• Support chefs with basic prep and general tasks when needed
• Manage waste and recycling responsibly
• Assist with deliveries and stock organisation
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards at all times

Skills

Team player

Reliable

Organised

Willing to learn

Job description

Head Kitchen Porter

Since 2006, Hawksmoor has been the UK’s home of ethically sourced, grass-fed beef, cooked over charcoal and paired with award-winning wines and cocktails. We’re proud to be a certified B Corp, one of the most sustainable restaurant groups in the industry, and to have been recognised as one of the Best Companies to work for year after year.

As a Head Kitchen Porter at Hawksmoor, you’ll be a vital part of the kitchen team, supporting the team with training and rota management helping keep everything clean, organised and running smoothly. This is a hands‑on, fast-paced role where you’ll support chefs during service and play a key part in maintaining high standards of hygiene and efficiency.

What You’ll Do

• Keep the kitchen clean, safe and organised throughout service


• Wash dishes, pots and kitchen equipment to a high standard


• Support chefs with basic prep and general tasks when needed


• Manage waste and recycling responsibly


• Assist with deliveries and stock organisation


• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards at all times

Who You Are

• Reliable, hardworking and happy to get stuck in


• Comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment


• A strong team player who takes pride in doing things properly


• Organised and able to work efficiently under pressure


• Previous kitchen experience is helpful but not essential, full training provided

Our Values

• Welcome Everyone We create warm, inclusive spaces where people feel genuinely welcome.


• Work Hard and Be Nice to People We set high standards and treat each other with kindness and respect.


• Hit Hawksmoor Standards We care deeply about quality and consistency every day.


• Keep Evolving We stay curious, open to feedback and always looking to improve.

Benefits

• Tronc paid for every hour you work, including holidays and breaks


• Free team meals on shift


• 50% off food at Hawksmoor for you and your loved ones


• Income protection and death in service cover


• Paid annual volunteer days


• Stream early wage access and financial wellbeing tools


• Referral bonuses from day one


• Exclusive savings on travel, shopping and experiences


• Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks and support


• Full training and development with clear progression opportunities

We’re building a team that reflects the richness and diversity of the communities we serve. At Hawksmoor, we welcome everyone and believe in creating a workplace where individuality is celebrated, kindness is key and high standards are met together. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, please apply anyway. You might be exactly who we’re looking for.