Kitchen Porter

Le Strange Arms; Holt; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discounts across Chestnut

Pay streaming access

Tips on top of hourly rate

Free meal on duty

EAP

Staff incentives

Flexible working hours

Job summary

The Maltings Weybourne, part of the Chestnut Group, invites a Kitchen Porter to join their on-site team. You will help maintain a clean, efficient kitchen, support chefs during service, and contribute to a positive guest experience.

We offer flexible hours, up to 45 hours per week, with a pay of £15 per hour OTE and perks including free meals on duty and staff incentives. Temporary on-site accommodation may be available.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is helpful but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and a hands-on approach are important.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
• Support chefs to keep service running smoothly.
• Be proactive during busy periods and stay calm under pressure.
• Care for equipment and spaces and show respect to colleagues.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Reliability

Proactivity

Calm under pressure

Job description

About the Role

Position: Kitchen Porter

Location: The Maltings, Weybourne, Norfolk

Pay: £15 per hour OTE

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Up to 45 hours per week

Temporary ON-Site Accommodation available

Schedule: Flexible, including evenings and weekends

• Team discounts across all Chestnut properties


• Stream access: track and access your pay as you earn


• Tips on top of your hourly rate


• Free meal on duty


• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)


• Team & individual incentives, including staff days out


• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

About You

At The Maltings, we believe in creating an environment that’s fun, genuine, team-focused and professional where we value our team as much as our guests. We’re looking for people who:

• Take pride in maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment that supports the whole team.


• Bring a positive attitude and strong work ethic, contributing energy and reliability to every shift.


• Work well as part of a team, supporting chefs and colleagues to keep service running smoothly.


• Are proactive and take initiative, staying one step ahead during busy periods.


• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, keeping calm, focused, and professional under pressure.


• Treat equipment, spaces, and colleagues with care and respect.


• Are open to learning and development, with opportunities to grow within the kitchen team.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment is helpful but not essential.


• A willingness to learn and a hands-on approach are far more important.

About The Maltings Weybourne

Nestled in the charming village of Weybourne, The Maltings is a destination where guest experiences and team experiences are equally valued. Our 28 thoughtfully designed rooms, spread across the Main House, Cottages, and Stables, provide a peaceful retreat just steps from the sea.

The Grain Store

At the heart of The Maltings is The Grain Store, a vaulted flint barn restaurant offering dining on both the ground floor and upstairs. Our menus feature modern British cuisine made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, with an open kitchen that allows guests to see the culinary craft in action. Within the restaurant, our Bottle Shop showcases a curated selection of fine wines, perfect for guests to enjoy in-house or take home.

Wellness & Relaxation

For moments of relaxation, The Maltings also offers wellness treatment rooms, providing a range of soothing treatments designed to complement our guests’ stay.

Beyond dining and accommodation, The Maltings is committed to creating a positive, supportive environment for our team, celebrating individuality, encouraging growth, and fostering collaboration.

As part of the Chestnut Group, we are proud to maintain a culture of ownership, respect, and genuine hospitality, where fun, teamwork, and creativity are at the heart of everything we do.