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    ByLocal Market Research Team
    Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
    Updated January 15, 2026
    Hospitality
    New Orleans, LA

    Kitchen Porter Jobs in New Orleans

    Temp and flexible kitchen porter positions in New Orleans pay $12.00-$15.36/hr — 2% below the national average, with a cost of living 4% below the U.S. baseline.

    $12-$15

    Per Hour

    $547

    Weekly (40hrs)

    96

    Cost Index

    CST

    Time Zone

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    Quick Facts

    Top Industries in New Orleans

    Tourism
    Hospitality
    Healthcare
    Logistics

    Monthly Costs

    1-Bed Rent$1350
    Groceries$320
    Transport$85
    More about New Orleans

    About Kitchen Porter Jobs in New Orleans

    Kitchen Porters in New Orleans earn $12.00-$15.36/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 New Orleans are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

    Kitchen Porter Pay: New Orleans vs Nearby Cities

    CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
    New Orleans, LA$12–$15/hr96$1,350
    Dallas, TX$12–$15/hr93$1,450
    Austin, TX$12–$16/hr103$1,600
    Fort Worth, TX$12–$15/hr93$1,250
    Houston, TX$12–$15/hr91$1,300
    Worker Proprietary Metric

    Worker Affordability Score

    Calculated for Kitchen Porter in New Orleans

    1.6x
    Challenging
    99
    Hours to pay rent
    62%
    Rent / gross income
    0
    Monthly disposable
    19% 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 New Orleans

    Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
    Gross monthly$2,369
    Est. taxes (~22%)-$521
    Take-home$1,848
    After Essential Costs
    1-Bed Rent$1,350
    Groceries + transport$405
    Remaining$93

    Based on avg Kitchen Porter rate of $13.68/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

    Earnings Calculator for New Orleans

    Calculate Your Kitchen Porter Earningsin New Orleans
    $14/hr
    $12/hr$15.36/hr
    25 hr
    5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
    Weekly
    $500
    Monthly
    $2,165
    Yearly
    $26,000

    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

    FAQs: Kitchen Porter Jobs in New Orleans

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    Kitchen Porter in Other Cities

    • Kitchen Porter in Philadelphia, PA
    • Kitchen Porter in Charlotte, NC
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    • Kitchen Porter in Dallas, TX
    • Kitchen Porter in Columbus, OH
    • Kitchen Porter in Phoenix, AZ

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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
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      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.

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