Kitchen Porter

Heartwood Collection; Great Bookham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National Living Wage + TRONC

Training & development

Employee Assistance Program

EarlyPay

Maternity & Paternity leave

Referral bonus 1500

Food discounts

Birthday gift

Long service recognition

Retailer discounts

Cycle to work

Job summary

Heartwood Collection is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support our kitchen team at one of our Surrey pubs. You’ll help keep areas clean, assist with basic food prep, and work as part of a busy, friendly kitchen.

We offer training, competitive hourly pay based on NLW + TRONC, and benefits including employee support, early pay, and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Fast, flexible and reliable in delivering excellent standards.
• Interest in great quality food and high standards in the kitchen.
• Be an integral part of the team and work with others.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen areas.
• Assist with basic prep and support chefs.
• Collaborate with team to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Fast and reliable

Flexible

Team player

Job description

Kitchen Porter

CAPTION:

• Company: Heartwood Collection
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Surrey, KT23 4AA
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 2 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 1 Nov 2026

Summary

Kitchen Porter

At Heartwood Collection, we're on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our kitchen team as a Kitchen Porter

We're an award‑winning group of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries that truly feel like home. From the elegance of Brasserie Blanc to the charm of Heartwood Inns, we pride ourselves on serving fresh, seasonal dishes to our local communities.

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 fast, flexible and reliable in delivering excellent standards and cleanliness
• Have an interest in great quality food and high standards in the kitchen
• Be an integral part of the team and work with others

About Heartwood Collection:

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