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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Hospitality
San Francisco, CA

Kitchen Porter Jobs in San Francisco

Temp and flexible kitchen porter positions in San Francisco pay $21.60-$28.80/hr — 80% above the national average, with a cost of living 80% above the U.S. baseline.

$22-$29

Per Hour

$1008

Weekly (40hrs)

180

Cost Index

PST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in San Francisco

Technology
Finance
Tourism
Healthcare

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$3200
Groceries$450
Transport$130
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About Kitchen Porter Jobs in San Francisco

Kitchen Porters in San Francisco earn $21.60-$28.80/hr, above 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 San Francisco are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Kitchen Porter Pay: San Francisco vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
San Francisco, CA$22–$29/hr180$3,200
Las Vegas, NV$12–$16/hr98$1,350
Reno, NV$12–$16/hr101$1,400
San Jose, CA$20–$27/hr166$2,800
San Diego, CA$18–$23/hr146$2,400
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Kitchen Porter in San Francisco

1.3x
Challenging
127
Hours to pay rent
79%
Rent / gross income
0
Monthly disposable
37% 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 San Francisco

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$4,365
Est. taxes (~22%)-$960
Take-home$3,405
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$3,200
Groceries + transport$580
Remaining$-375

Based on avg Kitchen Porter rate of $25.20/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 San Francisco

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$25/hr
$21.6/hr$28.8/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$775
Monthly
$3,356
Yearly
$40,300

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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