Kitchen Hand - Bolney Wine Estate

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 dicount scheme on highstreet & 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.