Kitchen Porter

The Meadow Lark, Trumpington; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National Living Wage + TRONC

Stepping Stones training programme

Employee Assistance Program

EarlyPay

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Referral Bonus up to £1,500

50% off food at Heartwood Inns or Brs.

20% discount for family and friends

Birthday gift

Long Service Recognition

Discounts via Reward Gateway

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Heartwood Collection is opening The Meadow Lark in Trumpington, Cambridge, and seeks Kitchen Porters to join the opening kitchen team. You’ll contribute to a refurbished pub with rooms and deliver friendly, high-standard service in a bustling hospitality setting.

We offer a National Living Wage-based package with TRONC, plus training, discounts, and employee benefits as part of a vibrant, award-winning group. Applicants from overseas requiring sponsorship are not accepted.

Qualifications

• You’re a people person with great interpersonal skills and love making guests feel special
• You’re flexible, reliable, and passionate about delivering excellent service
• Have an interest in great quality food and high standards

Job description

Kitchen Porters

The Meadow Lark, Trumpington – Opening Late 2026

At Heartwood Collection, we’re on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our team asKitchen Portersto join the opening Kitchen team at The Meadow Lark, following a major refurbishment of this exciting pub with rooms.

Recruitment Open Days

The Clay Farm Centre

Hobson Avenue, Trumpington, Cambridge, CB2 9FN

Wednesday 28th October – 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

Thursday 29th October – 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

What we offer:

• Pay is based on National Living Wage + TRONC*
• Bespoke training and development through our Stepping Stones programme
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Instant pay access through EarlyPay
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
• 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
• A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
• Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About You:

• You’re a people person with great interpersonal skills and love making guests feel special
• You’re flexible, reliable, and passionate about delivering excellent service
• Have an interest in great quality food and high standards

Heartwood Collection is a multi-award-winning hospitality group:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• Best Pub Brand/ Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

At Heartwood Collection, we’re excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there’s never been a better time to join us. We’re committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.

Join us and be part of a community that’s warm, genuine, and full of life.

*The hourly rate includes the National Living Wage and TRONC, calculated from the expected 6 months’ average.

Please note, we cannot take applications from overseas or that require sponsorship