Kitchen Porter

Heartwood Inns; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local hospitality group is looking for passionate Kitchen Porters to join their kitchen team in Great Bookham. Candidates should be flexible, reliable, and possess high standards of cleanliness. The position offers competitive pay based on the National Living Wage, a range of employee benefits including enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and opportunities for personal growth within a vibrant team environment.

Benefits

Bespoke training through our Stepping Stones programme

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on food at Heartwood Inns

50% off food for family and friends

Birthday gift

Long Service Recognition

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• High standards of cleanliness.
• Interest in quality food and kitchen standards.
• Willingness to collaborate with team members.

Skills

Fast

Flexible

Reliable

Team player

Job description

Kitchen Porter at Heartwood Collection

Join Our Team in Great Bookham

We are seeking passionate and vibrant individuals to join our kitchen team as Kitchen Porters. Our new location in the charming town of Great Bookham will open in October 2025, situated on the High Street. The Old Crown, a historic pub dating back to the 1930s built by Kingston brewery Hodgson’s, will undergo extensive refurbishment to create a welcoming space with 150 covers in the bar and dining area, and an additional 50 in the enclosed garden. The pub will feature Heartwood’s signature quirky style with cosy snugs, rich colours, and textures reflecting its history and local area.

Recruitment Days

Join us at St Nicolas Church, Church Road / Lower Road, Great Bookham, KT23 3PN. (This location is opposite The Old Crown.)

• Tuesday 26th August, 10 am - 4:30 pm
• Wednesday 27th August, 10 am - 4:30 pm

Interviews will be held at the church, not at The Old Crown. To secure a spot, apply online, and our team will contact you to schedule an interview.

What We Offer

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

About You

• Fast, flexible, and reliable with high standards of cleanliness
• Interest in quality food and kitchen standards
• A team player willing to collaborate

About Heartwood Collection

We are a multi-award-winning hospitality group, including winners of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 and Publican Awards 2024 & 2025. With over 40 locations and plans to expand to over 60 by 2027, including 500+ bedrooms, we offer growth opportunities within a warm and genuine community.

Note: The hourly rate includes the National Living Wage and TRONC, based on a 6-month average. We cannot accept applications from overseas or those requiring sponsorship.