Kitchen Porter

£12.71 per hour + share of card tips

About us
We are looking for an enthusiastic Kitchen Porter to join our kitchen team. This role is perfect for a chef who wants to develop their skills, work with fresh seasonal food, and progress towards a chef position in the future.

Situated in the heart of Chenies, just outside Chorleywood, The Red Lion is home to all who come across it. Located one hour from Kings Cross on the Metropolitan Line, or find us off of junction 18 on the M25.

With a weekly rotating line of craft beers to choose from and an extensive selection of premium spirits, cask ales and distinguished wines, you will always have something new to discover.

Our delightful seasonal menu features traditional pub classics, rich in local produce and finished with a contemporary touch. All of our dishes are freshly made to order by our wonderful team of chefs, who craft new and exciting plates every week.

Let us not forget that no country pub is complete without a quaint outdoor seating area, with views of the Chilterns’ natural beauty all around you.

 

This is your chance to join a growing independent pub group and be part of a supportive team in a busy, food-led environment.

What’s in it for you

• Pay: £12.71/hr (this rate is for over 21's, renumeration for younger candidates may be less and can be discussed with us)

• Tips: Share of card tips

• Perks: 50% off food & 20% off drinks across the group, 28 days holiday, staff discount, team socials

• Training: Supplier sessions, brewery visits, regular menu development opportunities

• Progression: Clear development pathway to Chef

What you’ll be doing

• Ensure that kitchen and surrounding areas are clean at all times 

• Basic food preparation 

• Cleaning - emptying bins, mopping floors, cleaning grills & ovens 

• Unloading deliveries 

• Supporting all kitchen team with daily duties

What we’re looking for

• Great work ethic 

• Kitchen experience 

• Willingness to learn 

• Organised Positive attitude 

• Team player 

• The desire to challenge themselves in a busy kitchen 

•  Works well under pressure 

•  Wants to progress and develop their career Loyal, honest & respectful   

This is your chance to grow your skills, take on responsibility, and progress your career with a food-led independent pub group.

Apply today and join the team.

About Us

Craft Locals is a growing group of people-focused pubs, dedicated to delivering exceptional food, well-kept cask ale, and memorable guest experiences. We believe great pubs start with great teams, and we invest in our people — giving them the support, training, and tools they need to shine.

We’ve built systems that make running a pub straightforward and compliant, so our teams can focus on what really matters: welcoming guests and delivering an outstanding experience. From reservations to stock, scheduling to events, we use a suite of best-in-class tools — including AllGravy, MarketMan, Harri, S4Labour, Lightspeed, Trail, FoodAlert and SevenRooms — to simplify operations and keep everything running smoothly.

At Craft Locals, we’re proud to combine a love of people, food, and drink with smart systems and strong support — creating pubs that teams enjoy working in and guests love visiting.