Kitchen Porter in Stirling

With many exciting and varied events planned throughout 2025 and with our team growing, we are delighted to bring a super opportunity to the market as we look to add to our Kitchen Stewarding team. This small yet mighty team are the backbone of our culinary operations, and this role can offer tremendous career opportunities.

We are looking for a Kitchen Porter who will be responsible for maintaining the high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and operational efficiency within the culinary, food and beverage, and general back of house operations. Supporting in kitchen setup, servicing, and breakdown for events across the business. From the main hubs of our Castle kitchens and Kenmore hotel, the stewarding team support our chefs and food & beverage team at a variety of locations.

Each dining experience is individual and very carefully crafted by our hugely creative chefs and delivered with theatrical flair by our front of house hosts. With our stewarding team playing a vital role in bringing the whole guest experience to life.

This close-knit stewarding team works with the Chief Kitchen Steward in the smooth day-to-day running of the operation. Ensuring all kitchens are well maintained and cleaned prior to and after each daily operation including swift and hygienic garbage removal controls, keeping all food preparation areas meticulously clean and tidy.

Maintaining safe and sanitary conditions in all the food service areas including the equipment. Assisting the culinary team when needed, providing a courteous and professional service as well as proper care, movement, and storage of all the kitchen equipment. Under the direction of the Chief Kitchen Steward, the stewarding team assist with inventory controls of the catering equipment, plateware, glassware, and cutlery. Managing any linen usage across the kitchens, removing soiled items for laundry, and refreshing stocks as needed.

Ensuring throughout the shift that the supervisor is kept updated on stock levels to ensure the team can perform their assigned tasks. Training will be provided on each cleaning product and where and how they are used. Working with COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) products to ensure a thorough knowledge of any safety measures needed in the use of cleaning materials. Notifying when stocks are running low to ensure we have the supply required to keep the working areas properly stocked and clean.

A current driving license for safely transporting cleaning products and catering equipment and materials around the estate is required. Maintaining the vehicles, keeping them clean and hygienic to the standard required for transportation.

You are an ambassador for Taymouth Castle Golf & Sport Club. This superb opportunity is for a courteous and professional individual who takes huge pride in a job well done. You maintain a professional appearance with excellent time management skills. Although previous experience is not essential as full training will be provided, you will have the ability to multitask and take ownership of your role, building professional and supportive relationships.

Energetic and enthusiastic together with a strong work ethic. We need someone who wants to work with the best and be part of a unique and exciting business that is continually growing and evolving. Previous experience of working within a Hotel, Restaurant, Visitor Attraction or Contract Catering business would be a distinct advantage. Excellent communication and a valid driving license are essential.

Please note the selected candidate must have the right to work in the UK as we cannot offer visa sponsorship and offers are subject to successful completion of our reference and background checks.

Working alongside a team who goes beyond in creating experiences for our members and guests. You exude a cheerful outlook, celebrate success, warm and friendly, and have a genuine interest in people with a willing ‘can do’ approach.

Embracing the breathtaking scenery in this part of Scotland and immersing yourself into the local community, working at Taymouth Castle Golf & Sport Club is more than a job; it offers a ‘lifestyle.’ Offers a chance to be part of the team building a project for generations to come.

• Competitive Salary
• Accredited Living Wage Employer
• Travelling and Assistance with temporary relocation accommodation
• Uniform Provided
• Meal on duty (free of charge)
• Use of on-site staff gym
• Access to staff activities
• Various benefits including discounted local accommodation for friends and family to visit.

All team members are protected by Wellbeing Plus: Hospitality Action’s Employee Assistance Programme, which provides easy access to a wide variety of services and helps support a range of personal or work-related issues.

We are situated on the A827 between Kenmore and Aberfeldy. Close to the A9. Perth (1 hour), Stirling and Edinburgh Airport (1.5 hours), Glasgow (2 hours).