Kitchen Porter

Great food. Genuine hospitality. A place to grow.

Earn up to £15.53 per hour, including tips.

At Rick Stein Restaurants
, we’re passionate about fresh seafood, simple cooking done brilliantly, and kitchens that run smoothly behind the scenes. Our kitchen porters play a vital role in making that happen, and we’re now looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Porter to join our team.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a busy kitchen, and want to grow within a respected hospitality group, we’d love to hear from you.

• Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and running efficiently
• Washing dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment to a high standard
• Supporting the chefs with basic food prep when needed
• Maintaining hygiene, health & safety, and food safety standards at all times
• Helping with deliveries, waste management, and stock organisation
• Being a key team player in a fast-paced, professional kitchen

• A positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic
• Pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a busy environment
• Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail
• Previous kitchen porter experience is helpful, but not essential - full training provided

• Competitive pay plus tips
• Free staff meals and generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms, and Shops
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Clear progression pathways within a respected hospitality group
• A supportive, inclusive team culture
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service - up to 5 additional days after 5 years
• Access to discounts on hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more

If you’re looking for a hands-on role where you’re truly valued and can build a future in hospitality,

The Cornish Arms in St. Merryn, offers a simple British pub menu, with dishes like real beef burgers, mussels and chips and scampi in the basket. In the summer guests can sit outside in the fresh Cornish air and enjoy some of St Austell Brewery’s best ales and a great selection of wines, or cosy up by our log fires in the colder weather with some comfort food.