Kitchen Porter

Edrington; Aberlour; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading spirit company in Aberlour is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter to maintain cleanliness and support kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with hygiene standards, manage storage, and assist in food preparation as needed. Flexibility for weekends and evenings is essential. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a pension scheme and healthcare support.

Benefits

Salary £13.39 per hour plus shift allowance

Pension contributions (employee up to 8.75%, employer up to 14%)

Private medical insurance

Generous annual product allowance

At least 20% discount in staff shop

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Counseling and life coaching support

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a kitchen environment, desirable but not essential.
• Flexibility around shifts and available to work at weekends and in the evening.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all general cleaning duties and operation of dishwashing.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety guidelines are observed in back of house areas.
• Maintain a hygienic working environment in accordance with company standards.

Skills

Reliability

Good timekeeping

Effective communication

Job description

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Our vision is to give more by crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands. The Macallan is our leading brand, supported by Highland Park and The Glenrothes in the fast-growing single malt category. Our portfolio is completedwith Brugal premium rum from the Dominican Republicand Wyoming Whiskey in the American Whiskey category. Edrington also has a strategic partnership withNo.3 London Dry Gin.

Our principal shareholder is a charitable trust, so we were built to make a world of difference. Discover a place where values define our culture. The home of exceptional brands, where people and teams thrive.

Our Blend of Benefits

• Salary £13.39 per hour plus shift allowance
• Save for retirement and invest in your future - pension contributions (employee up to 8.75%, employer up to 14%)
• Share in our success with up to 10% Share Reward scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Private medical insurance that covers the cost of private healthcare and includes round the clock access to GP services and menopause health line
• 24/7 support for you and your loved ones to counselling, life coaching and information on financial, mental, and physical wellbeing
• Experience our exceptional brands with a generous annual product allowance, plus at least 20% discount in our staff shop
• Embrace work-life harmony with 26 weeks’ paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and up to five paid carers leave days a year

Embrace Excellence

As Kitchen Porter at The Macallan Estate, you will be responsible for all general cleaning duties, and operation of dishwashing and some kitchen machinery, to deliver an excellent service, in a timely manner, whilst ensuring back of house areas are clean and safety guidelines are observed. The Kitchen Porter is a key member of the kitchen team.

Make an Impact

• Dishwashing: All dishes, ranging from pots and pans to cutlery, are to be either hand washed or loaded into the dishwasher then unloaded and put away.
• Delivery Organisation: Responsible for receiving deliveries, ensuring they are correct, raising any issues with the head chef, then organising appropriately in the kitchen area.
• Storage Management: Storage must be organised so that all ingredients are easily accessible. Maintain a hygienic working environment so that all hygiene regulations and company standards are adhered to.
• Waste Removal: Responsible for emptying all rubbish bins and ensure that all waste is disposed of when required, throughout the day. Responsible for ensuring recycling procedures are followed.
• Kitchen Support: If the kitchen is busy, some basic food preparation may be required. Also, support kitchen team with cleaning down all areas at the end of day.
• PPE Compliance: Ensure correct PPE is in place and guidelines are adhered to. Observe COSHH guidelines when handling hazardous substances.
• Equipment Maintenance: Deep cleans will be carried out on a weekly basis to ensure equipment is kept in the correct condition, as per kitchen guidelines.
• Ensuring a Safe Environment: Cleanliness is directly related to a safe cooking environment; therefore, you will ensure a safe environment by effectively cleaning all cookware and cooking surfaces.

Your Talent and Skills

Experience of working in a kitchen environment, desirable but not essential. Reliable and committed to carrying out work to the highest of standards. Good timekeeping and hardworking. Flexibility around shifts and available to work at weekends and in the evening. Working as part of a team with strong communication skills.

We’ve put together some criteria that we think is important for this role, but don’t worry if your experience and expertise isn’t an exact match. If you feel that you can add value to our role and to Edrington more broadly, we would welcome your application and be eager to learn more about you

*Applications close 8th August 2025 at midnight*

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