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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Hospitality
Cincinnati, OH

Kitchen Porter Jobs in Cincinnati

Temp and flexible kitchen porter positions in Cincinnati pay $12.00-$13.44/hr — 9% below the national average, with a cost of living 16% below the U.S. baseline.

$12-$13

Per Hour

$509

Weekly (40hrs)

84

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Cincinnati

Manufacturing
Logistics
Healthcare
Retail

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1150
Groceries$300
Transport$70
More about Cincinnati

About Kitchen Porter Jobs in Cincinnati

Kitchen Porters in Cincinnati earn $12.00-$13.44/hr, below the national average.

Kitchen Porters keep commercial kitchens running smoothly by washing dishes, cleaning equipment, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and assisting with basic food prep tasks.

Most kitchen porter positions in Cincinnati are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Kitchen Porter Pay: Cincinnati vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Cincinnati, OH$12–$13/hr84$1,150
Columbus, OH$12–$14/hr88$1,200
Chicago, IL$13–$17/hr107$1,700
Cleveland, OH$12–$13/hr82$1,000
Detroit, MI$12–$14/hr89$1,050
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Kitchen Porter in Cincinnati

1.8x
Challenging
90
Hours to pay rent
57%
Rent / gross income
67
Monthly disposable
12% less affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Cincinnati

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,203
Est. taxes (~22%)-$485
Take-home$1,718
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,150
Groceries + transport$370
Remaining$198

Based on avg Kitchen Porter rate of $12.72/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Wash and sanitize dishes, pots, and utensils
  • Deep clean kitchen equipment and surfaces
  • Dispose of waste and manage recycling
  • Assist with basic food preparation
  • Receive and organize deliveries

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Cleaning efficiency
Physical stamina
Time management
Attention to detail
Teamwork
Requirements
  • Physical fitness and stamina
  • Ability to work in hot, fast-paced environment
  • Attention to hygiene standards
  • Flexible schedule availability

Earnings Calculator for Cincinnati

Calculate Your Kitchen Porter Earningsin Cincinnati
$13/hr
$12/hr$13.44/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$475
Monthly
$2,057
Yearly
$24,700

Includes ~$150/week in estimated tips

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Career Path from Kitchen Porter

Kitchen Porter

0-1 years

Commis Chef

1-3 years

Chef de Partie

3-5 years

Sous Chef

5+ years

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Related Resources

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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Top Jobs in This City
  • Server Jobs in Cincinnati$12-$20/hr
  • Chef de Partie Jobs in Cincinnati$17-$26/hr
  • Housekeeper Jobs in Cincinnati$14-$19/hr
  • Dishwasher Jobs in Cincinnati$12-$17/hr
  • Host / Hostess Jobs in Cincinnati$12-$18/hr
  • Food Runner Jobs in Cincinnati$12-$17/hr
Compare Living Costs
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Nearby Cities
  • Philadelphia, PA$14-$22/hr avg
  • Charlotte, NC$14-$21/hr avg
  • Las Vegas, NV$14-$24/hr avg
  • Dallas, TX$14-$23/hr avg

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