Kitchen Porter - Albion Hotel

Job Posted: 10 April 2026

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Freshwater, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full or part time
• Salary: From £12.50 per hour DOE + Excellent benefits package
• Industries: Catering, Hospitality & Bar Disability Confident Jobs

Kitchen porter

The Albion Hotel, Freshwater are currently looking for Kitchen Porters to join our team in a busy, fast-paced kitchen — supporting the chefs and helping keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

This is an important role at the heart of the kitchen, and a great opportunity to be part of a team that’s building something new.

What the role involves

• Keeping kitchen areas clean, organised and running efficiently

• Washing dishes, pots and kitchen equipment

• Supporting chefs with general kitchen tasks

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout

·         To ensure that the pot wash is clean and tidy and washing of all dishes, cutlery and pots and pans.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Reliable and punctual

• Hardworking and happy to get stuck in

• A team player with a positive attitude

• Able to follow instructions and work at pace

No previous experience is essential — full training will be provided.

What are the benefits of working for The Albion Hotel

• Competitive wages starting £12.50 per hour
• You get paid weekly
• Be part of our team and learn, develop and expand your experience
• This role is permanent, stop looking for the winter work!

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience, ideally in a contract catering related environment
• Good communication skills
• Demonstrative ability to work in a team
• Show the ability to follow instructions
• Can evidence Food Hygiene and Health and Safety certificates

What we offer: 

From £12.50 per hour DOE + Excellent benefits package

Working with us here at The Albion Hotel is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive salary package
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company
• The chance to build experience in a professional kitchen

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!  

Package Description

• 40 - 48 Hours per week (or part-time options available)
• Any 5 days out of 7 – shifts from 7am to late afternoon and late afternoon into evening.
• Shifts are as necessary to support with business requirements 
• Full uniform supplied
• Full training provided
• Annual leave April - March 28 days per calendar year 
• Remote health and wellness support 
• On site, personal locker.
• Company pension scheme supplied by NEST
• Employee assistance program with counselling and life advice support
• Family leave options - Maternal, Paternal and Bereavement
• Training, development, and progression opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme, refer a friend and receive up to £500
• Online Recognition Scheme and 100's of discounted online/High street retailers (Reward Gateway)

About The Albion Hotel

A new chapter at The Albion…

The Albion is currently entering an exciting new phase, with refreshed leadership, a renewed focus on standards, and a clear commitment to both team culture and guest experience.

We are proud to be building a stronger, more supportive team environment with a renewed focus on quality, consistency, care and culture. Our new Head Chef has a clear focus on creating a kitchen and wider team environment people are proud to be part of.

At The Albion Hotel, our purpose is to create the best experience not just for our customers but also for all of our team. As the island leader in guest experience and services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate with our unique combination of a fun culture and brand management. We strive to be the best at what we do and with you as part of the team, we will make sure that this happens. 

We are committed to being an inclusive employer; we welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.