Night Porter


The Witchery
Company 
Location 

352 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NF

Employment Hours 

New Jobs

Employment Type 

Permanent, Contract, Contract

Salary 

£14 an hour

Job Highlights
  • The Night Porter role involves providing excellent front of house service, ensuring guests’ comfort and safety during night shifts.
  • Ideal candidates should have strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
  • This full-time position entails 12-hour shifts in a historic venue, offering competitive pay, 28 days’ holiday, and opportunities for progression.
Job Requirements/Description

Night Porter - The Witchery, Edinburgh

Competitive remuneration package circa £38,120pa

The Witchery, one of Scotland's most iconic dining destinations, is seeking an experienced Night Porter to join its dedicated front of house team.

Set within a collection of historic buildings dating back to 1595, at the gates of Edinburgh Castle, The Witchery is renowned for its dramatic interiors, candlelit atmosphere, and legendary hospitality. With richly decorated dining rooms and nine theatrical suites, it has become one of the most celebrated restaurant-with-rooms experiences in Scotland, attracting guests from around the world.

Our package includes:

  • The on-target earning potential for this role is £38,120 per annum, comprising a base salary of £14.00 per hour (based on 40 hours per week; £29,120 per annum), plus a substantial share of staff gratuities estimated at £9,000 per annum paid weekly
  • Full-time permanent contract, working 12-hour shifts (7pm -7am) 3 days on 3 days off
  • 28 days' holiday, rising to 32 days after 5 years' service
  • Paid training and shift breaks
  • Workplace pension
  • Opportunities for progression within an exciting, privately owned, award-winning restaurant with rooms

While previous experience in a similar role is beneficial, we will provide extensive training and will help you to develop your skills in a nurturing environmenr

Candidates should possess strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Due to the nature of the role, candidates must also be comfortable working independently overnight and taking initiative when required.

The Witchery is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where employees of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, religions, sexual orientations and identities feel valued and can thrive.

The Witchery
Company 
Location 

352 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NF

Employment Hours 

New Jobs

Employment Type 

Permanent, Contract, Contract

Salary 

£14 an hour

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