Kitchen Porter

Hand Picked Hotels Ltd; Cobham; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share of service charge

28 days holiday including bankholidays

Uniform and meals on shift

Free onsite parking

Wellbeing support via EAP

Company pension

Job summary

Hand Picked Hotels is seeking a Kitchen Porter for Woodlands Park Hotel in Cobham, Surrey. The role supports the Head Chef and kitchen brigade to maintain cleanliness, dishwashing, and orderly back-of-house operations.

40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 on a rota, with a competitive hourly rate and service charge boosts. You will be part of a luxury hospitality team delivering exceptional stays for guests in a beautifully countryside setting.

Qualifications

• Reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality kitchen.
• Willingness to learn and support the kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation in all kitchen areas.
• Assist with kitchen operations, dishwashing and equipment cleaning.
• Support food preparation when required and help with stock organisation and deliveries.

Job description

Hand Picked Hotels

Kitchen Porter – Woodlands Park Hotel

Location: Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3QB

Salary: Starting at £13 per hour + service charge + excellent colleague benefits

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | 5 days out of 7

Come and join our Team...

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Kitchen Porter at Woodlands Park Hotel part of Hand Picked Hotels.

Set amid Surrey’s picturesque countryside, Woodlands Park Hotel is more than a striking country house retreat - it’s a workplace where excellence, creativity, and hospitality come together. From luxurious weddings and distinguished events to indulgent getaways, our team crafts experiences that guests remember long after they leave. Joining us means being part of a team that values professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care. With 57 beautifully styled bedrooms, acclaimed dining, and elegant event spaces, you’ll work in surroundings that are as inspiring as the experiences we deliver.

As a member of our team, you will help create unforgettable moments for guests as they explore our tranquil parkland, celebrate special events, and enjoy our personalised service, with an emphasis on service excellence & consistency. If you’re passionate about hospitality, thrive in a supportive environment, and enjoy making a real difference to someone’s stay, Woodlands Park Hotel offers an inspiring place to grow your career.

What will the role involve?

The role of Kitchen Porter at Woodlands Park Hotel is essential in supporting the delivery of an exceptional dining experience by ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently, safely, and to the highest standard of cleanliness and organisation. Working closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen brigade, the Kitchen Porter plays a key role in maintaining a smooth day-to-day kitchen operation.As Kitchen Porter, your responsibilities will centre around maintaining immaculate hygiene standards across all kitchen areas, including dishwashing, cleaning of equipment, and ensuring all back-of-house areas are organised and well-presented. You will support chefs by ensuring that equipment, utensils, and service items are clean, available, and ready for use at all times.The role also involves assisting with basic food preparation when required, monitoring waste disposal, adhering to strict health and safety and food hygiene regulations, and supporting stock organisation and deliveries. You will contribute to the overall efficiency of the kitchen, helping the team deliver a seamless service while upholding the hotel’s standards of excellence in luxury hospitality.

This is a full-time role working 5 days out of 7 including weekends on a rota basis, 40 hours per week, which may vary depending on business.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive hourly rate of £13 with incremental pay reviews based on recognition of commitment and performance, plus a share of service charge.
• A welcoming, inclusive culture where long-term friendships and diversity are celebrated.
• Ongoing career development with in-house and external training, including apprenticeships and industry-recognised courses.
• 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days including bank holidays with length of service.
• Uniform and meals on shift provided.
• Free onsite parking (where applicable).
• Access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company pension, enhanced sick pay & Life assurance scheme.
• Online retail discount platform offering thousands of savings with high street retailers and restaurants as well as a health and well-being platform.
• Discounted stays in our hotels and on food, drink, spa treatments & products.
• Annual loyalty awards (like afternoon teas and overnight stays).
• Introduction bonus for new colleague recommendations.
• Colleague of the Month awards, which leads to our annual awards ceremony.
• Regular team gatherings and appreciation events.

Are you Hand Picked?

We are looking for reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic individuals with a positive attitude and a strong team ethic. We work together to ensure our hotel operates seamlessly, allowing us to deliver a personalised, memorable, and exceptional experience for every guest.You may have previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or be looking to begin your career in a professional kitchen environment. A willingness to learn, strong work ethic, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting are essential.

We are seeking individuals who take pride in their work, demonstrate attention to detail, and are committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation.

You will be a supportive team player with a proactive approach, helping ensure the kitchen always runs smoothly and efficiently.

Who we are…

Hand Picked Hotels was founded in 2001 by owner and Chairman, Julia Hands MBE, and today still remains a family‑owned group which has 21 unique luxury country houses and coastal retreats, each hand picked for their individuality. Architecturally distinctive and quintessentially British, every hotel boasts an extraordinary location from Scotland to the Channel Islands, offering breathtaking views from vast countryside to expansive beaches, to lush woodlands.Dedicated to creating unique and enchanting stays, curated personalised service runs through the heart of every hotel. Whilst each hotel is individual, each property fulfils the company values of family, individuality, community and care, with a team commitment to aiming higher and delight their guests with magical experiences that offer a true escape from the every day.Hand Picked Hotels are committed to protecting the environment for a sustainable future, and all of our hotels have received the ‘Green Tourism’ accreditation. A Recognition of our progress in reducing energy use and waste, supporting biodiversity, and sourcing responsibly from local and ethical partners.

Hand Picked Hotels is an Equal Opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.