Kitchen Porter
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/970674/155300
- Location: Signet Library, Parliament Square Edinburgh
- Job type: Part Time - . hours per week
- Salary: From £12.21 per hour
- Closing date: 29 March 2026
About the role
Heritage Portfolio has an established reputation for creating stylish, memorable, and glamorous events across Scotland. We have fantastic opportunity for Kitchen Porters to join our fabulous team.
Working evenings and weekends, this is a vital role making service possible and providing support for the whole operations team. You will be organised, communicating positively with the whole team and take pride in delivering sparkling clean equipment and premises in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll do
- Cleaning allocated pieces of heavy catering equipment using instructions and cleaning materials including air filter and extraction systems.
- Ensure adherence to all food safety, health and safety policies, procedures and legislation as defined.
- Emptying bins, dispose of waste materials from catering areas to designated compactors
- Operate industrial dishwashers and glasswashers in all catering areas.
- Transport provisions, equipment and other catering related items as required.
- Always maintain clean working environment, with special regard to hygiene
- Assist chefs and kitchen staff with basic tasks when needed.
What you'll bring
- A team player with a positive attitude.
- Ability to work in a busy kitchen environment.
- Good attention to detail and cleanliness.
- The ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment
- Strong awareness of cleanliness and hygiene standards
- Physical ability to stand for long periods and carry out manual tasks
- Reliable, hardworking, and team-focused attitude.
- Previous experience is a plus
Why Sodexo?
Casual Role
From £12.21ph, paid weekly, accruing holiday pay as you work.
Reward and Recognition Program – At Heritage Portfolio, we truly value our team members. Through our reward and recognition program, we celebrate your hard work and dedication with special incentives, rewards, and appreciation.
Online booking App - Select shifts to suit.
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
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.
Signet Library, Parliament Square Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1HJ
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