Kitchen Porter at Heritage Portfolio
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/708902/156305
- Location: Edinburgh
- Job type: Part Time - NA
- Salary: £12.71per hour
- Closing date: 26 July 2026
About the role
As a Kitchen Porter, you'll be the backbone of our kitchen operation, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, organisation and food safety. Your work helps our chefs deliver outstanding food and service every day.
No two days are the same, with a mix of café service, events and busy visitor periods throughout the year.
What you'll do
- Maintaining excellent cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and food preparation areas
- Washing dishes, utensils, pots and pans efficiently to a high standard
- Keeping kitchen equipment, work surfaces and floors clean and sanitised
- Assisting chefs with basic food preparation, including peeling, chopping and portioning ingredients
- Disposing of waste correctly while following recycling and sustainability procedures
- Supporting the kitchen team during busy service periods
- Following all food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures
- Completing daily cleaning schedules and reporting any maintenance or hygiene concerns
What you'll bring
We're looking for someone who is:
- Hard-working, reliable and punctual
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- A great team player with good communication skills
- Positive, enthusiastic and willing to learn
- Able to follow instructions and maintain high standards
- Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and public holidays
Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment is helpful but not essential. If you have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, we'll provide the support you need to succeed.
Why Sodexo?
Join our exciting new partnership between Edinburgh Zoo and Heritage Portfolio, where exceptional hospitality meets one of Scotland's most iconic visitor attractions. Every day is different, and you'll play an important role in helping create memorable experiences for thousands of visitors.
Whether you're looking to build a career in hospitality or simply enjoy working in a busy, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.
- Kitchen Porter - Edinburgh Zoo
- £12.71 per hour
Free Parking
- Free staff meal and break
- Work in a dynamic and supportive kitchen
- Progression and development opportunities
- Work in an iconic Edinburgh Venue
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
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Pension Plan
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Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
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Discounts and savings
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Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 6TS
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