Kitchen Porter

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

Job summary

Heartwood Collection is looking for a passionate Kitchen Porter to join its award-winning kitchen team. This role is pivotal in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and supporting quality food preparation in a vibrant hospitality setting. The Kitchen Porter will benefit from a competitive salary linked to the National Living Wage, a range of perks including training, bonuses, and discounts, while being part of an expanding company with a warm community spirit.

Benefits

Bespoke training and development

Instant pay access through EarlyPay

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus

Discounts on food at Heartwood Inns

Birthday gift and Long Service Recognition

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Interest in high quality food and kitchen standards.
• Fast and reliable in delivering excellent cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent standards and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Work collaboratively as a part of the kitchen team.

Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

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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

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