Kitchen Porter – Hotel

Salary:
Base salary of £26,208 ( up to approximately £28,708 per year including gratuities)

We’re looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join the award-winning kitchen team at The Fish Hotel — one of Farncombe Estate’s most distinctive countryside hotels in the Cotswolds.

Set within our stunning woodland estate,
Hook at The Fish delivers quality, sustainable cooking in a relaxed yet professional environment. Working in a 2 AA Rosette kitchen , you’ll be part of a friendly, organised and supportive brigade, playing a vital role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly and efficiently.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to start or build a career in hospitality, learn from experienced chefs, and be part of a close-knit team in a beautiful setting.

• Supporting the kitchen team with pot wash and general cleaning duties
• Keeping kitchen areas clean, tidy and organised at all times
• Assisting with basic food prep where required
• Ensuring health, safety and hygiene standards are consistently met
• Supporting the smooth running of service during busy periods
• Working closely with chefs and front-of-house teams
• A strong work ethic and willingness to get stuck in
• A reliable, positive and team-focused attitude
• Good attention to cleanliness and organisation
• The ability to work evenings and weekends
• Previous kitchen experience is helpful but not essential

• £12.60 per hour
• Plus service charge (£2,000–£2,500 per year)
• 40 hours per week
• Includes evenings and weekends
• Meals on duty and uniform provided

• 30 days holiday (rising to 35 after 5 years)
• Birthday lunch on us
• Mental health first aiders & Employee Assistance Programme (Hospitality Action)
• Free wellbeing resources (online fitness, mindfulness & nutrition)
• High Street discounts & cashback card
• Estate discounts on dining, stays, wine, spa products and more
• Up to £1,000 Refer a Friend bonus
• Premium pay for Christmas & New Year shifts
• Optional low-cost healthcare cash plan
• Free, in-person financial planning advice
• Career opportunities across our award-winning estate
• Fully funded apprenticeship opportunities

At Farncombe, we are proud to be a B-Corp certified company and members of the Hoteliers’ Charter , committed to a workplace built on respect, fairness, equality, diversity and opportunity — with wellbeing and development at the heart of what we do.

Due to our rural location, you’ll need your own transport (WR12 7LJ
).

If this sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to hear from you.