At a Glance
- Tasks: Support our kitchen team by keeping things clean and organised while helping with food prep.
- Company: Join a welcoming team at Bolney Wine Estate in a beautiful rural setting.
- Benefits: Earn £10.85 - £12.71 per hour, plus tips and enjoy staff discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for training and progression, including wine education.
- Why this job: Perfect for those looking to gain experience in a fun, supportive kitchen environment.
- Qualifications: A positive attitude and willingness to learn; previous experience is a bonus but not required.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
We are dedicated to creating an open and inclusive working environment, and this begins with our recruitment practices. We aim to ensure that everyone interested in joining our team has an equal opportunity to start their journey with us. We are committed to flexible and accessible hiring practices and will make every effort to adapt our process to your needs throughout recruitment. We warmly welcome any requests for adjustments at any stage.
We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable individuals to join our kitchen team as Kitchen Hand / Kitchen Porter. This role is essential in supporting the smooth, efficient running of our kitchen and ensuring high standards of cleanliness, organisation and teamwork. This is a zero‑hours position, with shifts offered in line with business needs. Weekend availability is particularly important, as these are some of our busiest times.
What you’ll be doing:
- Wash, dry and store dishes, cutlery, pans and kitchen equipment to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly
- Maintain clean, tidy and well‑organised kitchen, wash‑up and back‑of‑house areas
- Clean work surfaces, floors, equipment and storage areas in line with hygiene and safety standards
- Support the kitchen team with basic food preparation such as peeling, chopping and ingredient prep
- Help with deliveries, including unpacking and storing stock safely and correctly
- Support stock rotation and ensure ingredients are stored appropriately
- Empty bins and manage waste following company procedures
- Assist chefs and the wider kitchen team during busy service periods
- Follow cleaning schedules and report any maintenance or hygiene concerns
What we’re looking for:
- A positive, hardworking attitude and willingness to get stuck in
- Ability to work well as part of a busy, supportive team
- Calm, efficient approach during busy service periods
- Willingness to learn, take direction and support the wider kitchen team
- Previous kitchen or cleaning experience is helpful but not essential
- Flexibility to work weekends and peak trading periods
- Strong time‑management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
- Good attention to detail, especially around cleanliness and hygiene
- Right to work in the UK
- Access to transport due to our rural location
What we offer:
- £10.85 - £12.71 per hour, plus tips
- Staff wine and shop product discounts
- Access to staff discount scheme on high street & grocery stores
- Opportunities for training and progression, including wine education
- Supportive and friendly team in a beautiful rural setting
- Free parking
- Reduced-rate staff menu
We welcome applications from candidates who do not meet 100% of the requirements.
Kitchen Hand - Bolney Wine Estate in Haywards Heath employer: Freixenet-Copestick
At Bolney Wine Estate, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values every team member's contribution. As a Kitchen Hand, you'll enjoy flexible working hours, competitive pay, and unique benefits such as staff discounts and opportunities for training in wine education, all set in a stunning rural location. Join us to be part of a friendly team dedicated to excellence and personal growth.
