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By Helicopter - Direct to Tresco

By Helicopter - Direct to Tresco

Fly direct to Tresco with Penzance Helicopters - making the flight to the Isles of Scilly as memorable as the destination

Before you Arrive

Before you Arrive

Our pre-arrival checklist - from letting us know your travel plans to ordering your wine and groceries

Tresco Islandshare

Tresco Islandshare

Own a piece of this unique island, with 40 years of holidays on Tresco as more than just a visitor. Discover Islandshares for sale...

Tresco Offers & Breaks

Tresco Offers & Breaks

From seasonal escapes to wellness and creative breaks and last-minute offers, discover our latest offers & breaks on Tresco Island

Eating

Eating

From beachfront dining to our cosy inn, get a taste for island-inspired dining with a Tresco twist

Grocery

Grocery

Place a pre-arrival grocery order and we'll deliver to your accommodation on your arrival

Events & Experiences

Events & Experiences

From the Low Tide Event to live music, Abbey Garden Theatre and more, discover extraordinary events on the Isles of Scilly

Day Trips to Tresco

Day Trips to Tresco

Whether you're coming from elsewhere on Scilly, or further afield in Devon or Cornwall, a day trip to Tresco is the perfect day out

Kitchen Porter - Tresco Island

We require enthusiastic Kitchen Porters to join our friendly teams at The New Inn, The Ruin Beach Café & Hell Bay Hotel for the 2025 season.

Department: The New Inn, Ruin Beach Café, & Hell Bay Hotel

Reporting to:
Head Chef

Salary:
From £12.25 per hour, dependant on experience

Hours:
Full Time, 2 days off per week

Contract Length:
Seasonal, March to October 2025

Duties Include


  • Collecting and washing up pots and pans
  • Cleaning food preparation areas and equipment, in addition to crockery and cutlery
  • Working under the supervision of the Head Chef and Sous Chef
  • Ensuring the kitchen is kept clean and tidy at all times, in line with health and hygiene and health and safety regulations
  • Assisting the line chefs with vegetable prep and other tasks around the kitchen

Our Ideal Candidate

  • Able to work well under pressure
  • Willing to maintain a high standard with an eye for detail
  • Hold the relevant kitchen and hygiene certificates or be prepared to obtain these before arrival
  • Capable of accurately following instructions
  • Happy to work as part of an efficient kitchen team

Working & Living Here

We offer excellent rates of pay, provide all staff with accommodation and pay for your travel from Penzance at the beginning and end of your contract period. All of our staff are paid at National Living Wage or above, and many positions offer gratuities and the option of paid overtime. We know a good team member when we see them, and there are regular opportunities for progression within our business.

Besides getting to work on a beautiful island with the beach on your doorstep, you’ll also receive extensive benefits. These include 20% discount in our shop and restaurants, complimentary boat tickets and camping equipment to explore the islands, and preferential rates in our holiday accommodation so friends and family can come and visit.

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Stay on Tresco

Winter and Festive breaks are not always available to book online - for cottage stays or New Inn breaks over the winter months please go to Winter on Tresco or call 01720 422849.

Or call +44 (0)1720 422 849