Kitchen Porter at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2533319/162453
- Location: 20A Inverleith Row, Edinburgh
- Job type: Part Time - Casual
- Salary: £13.45 per hour
- Closing date: 29 October 2026
About the role
Heritage Portfolio are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Kitchen Porters to join our kitchen team at our Central Production Kitchen in Leith, Edinburgh.
You should be able to provide and maintain an efficient, clean, safe working environment in all kitchens and back of house areas. To follow responsibilities as defined in cleaning schedule. You will help maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety while working as part of a busy and supportive team.
What you'll do
- Maintain the kitchen and back of house cleanliness in accordance to food hygiene regulations, using the correct cleaning chemicals in the correct areas/surfaces.
- Ensure that the daily, weekly, monthly cleaning schedules are completed and signed for.
- Ensure there are adequate cleaning chemicals and equipment. Make sure they are used and maintained in both a safe and cost effective manner.
- Ensure adherence to all food safety, health and safety policies, procedures and legislation as defined.
- Continuously strive for higher standards of cleanliness.
- Assist in other areas as required by the Exec chef, Sous chefs, Kitchen Manager, CPU operations Manager
What you'll bring
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Being friendly yet professional
- Being a reliable team player
- Good attention to detail and punctuality
- Being proactive is key
- Experience within a back of house kitchen setting
Why Sodexo?
- £13.45 per hour, paid weekly
- Casual hours available across the week
- Excellent training & development opportunities
- Opportunity to get involved across the wider business during peak times
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.
20A Inverleith Row, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 5LR
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