Kitchen Porter

**ABOUT US**

Ridgeview has been producing world-class sparkling wine for over 25 years. Considered pioneers of the English Wine Industry, our state-of-the-art winery and established vineyards (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) are based in the heart of the South Downs National Park, with breath-taking views of the surrounding area. We are proud to be certified by Wines GB as a sustainable vineyard and winery, and we invest in the latest, innovative equipment to minimise our impact on the natural world whilst crafting the highest quality sparkling wine around.

**OUR CULTURE**

Ridgeview is a family business built on a strong sense of teamwork. We believe in passion, a sense of purpose and a commitment to excellence. Ridgeview lives and breathes a family ethos, valuing all our staff as individuals, with a unique story and an important role to play. We are a vibrant and diverse team who make great things happen, together.

**About the Role**

A unique opportunity for an experienced kitchen porter, to join Ridgeview, a multi award-winning English Sparkling Wine producer in Sussex. You’ll play an exciting role in our new al fresco restaurant. The opportunity to work within an award-winning business as part of a pioneering, proactive and friendly team, at the forefront of the English Wine Industry.

**Experience required**
- No previous experience required, just an interest in the wine or hospitality industry with a willingness to learn

**About You**
- You thrive in a busy environment, enjoying working together with a team to achieve common goals.
- Attention to detail and pride in high levels of cleanliness

**About the Role**
- Washing, peeling and preparing food ingredients
- Using equipment such as mixers, special knives and cutters
- Reviewing kitchen inventory and determining what items are needed
- Unloading fresh supplies and organising the stockroom
- Checking sell-by dates and rotating food stock
- Cleaning kitchen appliances, ovens, dishes and pans
- Be available for functions as they arise to ensure that the food is prepared and served as required
- Knowledge of the ordering and control of stock levels procedures
- Other tasks and project work as directed by hospitality manager or head chef

**What we will offer you**:

- The opportunity to work within an award-winning wine business as part of a pioneering, proactive, dynamic and friendly team.
- Opportunities for your own continuous development with a focus on being the best you want to be
- Higher than statutory annual leave
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
- Cycle to work scheme ( after qualifying period )
- Tax free charity giving opportunities via payroll
- Varied and well attended social events throughout the year
- Excellent staff discounts

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus
- Tips

COVID-19 considerations:
Regular hand washing and desk cleaning in place

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Hassocks, BN6 8TP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person