Kitchen Porter [Casual] - W Edinburgh

Role summary

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The Kitchen Porter supports the kitchen team by washing dishes and cookware, cleaning preparation areas, handling waste, receiving and storing supplies, and maintaining high hygiene and safety standards. The role typically requires good physical fitness, reliability, teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment. Previous kitchen, cleaning, or hospitality experience is useful but may not be essential, as training is often provided. Candidates should be flexible to work casual shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and must follow food safety, manual-handling, and workplace procedures. A positive attitude and willingness to support chefs and other kitchen colleagues are essential.

About the employer

W Edinburgh is a luxury lifestyle hotel located in the heart of Edinburgh’s St James Quarter. It is part of W Hotels, Marriott International’s contemporary luxury brand, known for design-led properties, energetic social spaces, modern dining, creative events, and distinctive guest experiences. The hotel combines stylish accommodation with restaurants, bars, lounges, meeting facilities, and wellness amenities. Employees work in a fast-paced environment where service, individuality, collaboration, and attention to detail are highly valued. As part of Marriott International, W Edinburgh may offer access to structured training, career development, global employment opportunities, and associate travel benefits, subject to the relevant terms and conditions. The Kitchen Porter role supports the hotel’s food-and-beverage operations and contributes to maintaining clean, safe, and efficient kitchen facilities.