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

Kitchen Porter Jobs in Washington

Temp and flexible kitchen porter positions in Washington pay $17.76-$23.68/hr — 48% above the national average, with a cost of living 48% above the U.S. baseline.

$18-$24

Per Hour

$829

Weekly (40hrs)

148

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Washington

Government
Hospitality
Tourism
Healthcare

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$2200
Groceries$380
Transport$130
More about Washington

About Kitchen Porter Jobs in Washington

Kitchen Porters in Washington earn $17.76-$23.68/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 Washington are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Kitchen Porter in Washington

1.5x
Challenging
106
Hours to pay rent
66%
Rent / gross income
0
Monthly disposable
25% 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 Washington

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$3,589
Est. taxes (~22%)-$790
Take-home$2,799
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$2,200
Groceries + transport$510
Remaining$89

Based on avg Kitchen Porter rate of $20.72/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 Washington

Calculate Your Kitchen Porter Earningsin Washington
$21/hr
$17.76/hr$23.68/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$675
Monthly
$2,923
Yearly
$35,100

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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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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