Kitchen Porter

Le Strange Arms; Fornham All Saints; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff incentives

EAP

Social events

Work anniversary rewards

Refer a friend

Wine discounts

Family & friends discounts

Food discounts

Overnight stays £75+

High street discounts

Free meal on duty

Wagestream/pay-on-demand

Flexible hours

Training & accredited learning

Job summary

Chestnut is expanding its kitchen team and inviting passionate individuals to join our vibrant pubs with rooms. We value community, growth, and a welcoming environment for both staff and guests.

We offer incentives, EAP support, social events, staff discounts, and development opportunities. Flexible hours help maintain a healthy work-life balance and ongoing training for career progression.

Qualifications

• Love working with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.
• Take pride in delivering a fantastic guest experience.
• Are team players who contribute to a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
• Want to grow skills through training and accredited learning.

Skills

Guest experience

Team player

Locally sourced ingredients

Training & accreditation

Job description

At Chestnut, we strive to be a vibrant, community-focused work environment and are looking to expand our brilliant Kitchen team. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the hospitality scene, The The Weeping Willow would love to meet you.

Why Join Us?

We believe in rewarding our team, supporting personal growth, and creating a work environment that feels like home.

Incentives & Perks

• Team & Individual Incentives – Enjoy rewards for your hard work, including staff days out and even trips abroad.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Free, confidential support for wellbeing, finances, and more.
• Team Parties & Social Events – Regular events to connect, relax, and celebrate together.
• Work Anniversary Rewards – Your commitment is celebrated every year.
• Refer a Friend Scheme – Recommend a friend and earn a cash bonus when they join us.
• Peter Graham Wine Discounts – Enjoy exclusive pricing on carefully selected wines.
• Family & Friends Discounts – Share special perks with those you care about.
• Team Discounts – Up to 50% off your food bill at our venues.
• Overnight Stays from £75 – Take a break at any Chestnut property at a reduced rate.
• High Street Discounts – Save on retail, dining, and travel with exclusive deals.
• Free Meal on Duty – Enjoy a freshly prepared meal every shift.
• Tips + Wagestream Access – Track your earnings in real-time and access pay as you earn.
• Flexible Hours – We help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Learning & Development – Grow your career with access to accredited training courses and continuous development opportunities.

Who We're Looking For

We’re looking for enthusiastic, passionate individuals who:

• Love working with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients
• Take pride in delivering a fantastic guest experience
• Are team players who contribute to a warm, welcoming atmosphere
• Want to grow their skills through training and accredited learning

Desirable skills: *not essential for application

• Kitchen cleaning
• Washing up
• Team Work

Who are Chestnut?

Located within the East Anglia region, we are a growing group of stunning pubs with rooms and Bottle Shops. We are proud yet humble, and at our core, we always strive to do the best we can for our fantastic people. Our team members are at the heart of who we are, which is why we offer a variety of hours to suit our team members and their personal commitments.