CAREERS AT DENBIES
WHY WORK FOR DENBIES?
WE ARE RECRUITING
Denbies Wine Estate offer a wide range of careers opportunities
• Conference & Banqueting • Agriculture • Hospitality • Marketing • Sales • Retail •
At Denbies we treat people as valuable assets, investing in people so that both you and the company can grow in value. Denbies supports career development including Graduate & NVQ schemes. We offer great benefits including, pension scheme, staff discounts, in some cases both in the restaurants and gift shop and including of course, Denbies range of fine wines. Other benefits include on site leisure facilities consisting of a sauna, swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis, badminton and squash courts.
If you are conscientious, have a ‘can do’ attitude and would like to join our flexible, enthusiastic and friendly team, then please take this opportunity to view the vacancies we have available. To join our team or to apply for any of the listed vacancies – please submit your CV or complete the Application form (below) and return either by email to [email protected] or mail for the attention of HR Department with a covering letter to Denbies Wine Estate, London Road, Dorking, Surrey RH5 6AA.
To inquire for current job positions please email [email protected]
We regret that due to current volumes, we are unable to acknowledge every application. All successful candidates will be contacted as soon as possible. If you are contacted, please note that, as part of the registration process, you will be required to provide us with proof of identity and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Full Time
Due to ongoing expansion, there are currently a range of full time opportunities available;
Chefs at all levels
Assistant Catering Function Manager
Restaurant/Hospitality Manager (Vineyard hotel)
General Assistants (Catering)
Receptionists
If you would like to submit your CV for consideration, please email:
Part Time
There are currently a range of part-time vacancies –
Catering/Retail/Hospitality
If you would like to submit your CV for consideration, please email:
Seasonal
Denbies Wine Estate Ltd are currently recruiting Cellar Hands to join our team for the 2023 vintage.
Harvest is expected to begin towards the end of September and run for approximately six weeks.
The role is varied, and the ability to be flexible is paramount. However, the position will mainly consist of crush pad activities, racking of juice, inoculations and the general maintenance of cellar hygiene standards. Some basic lab work may also be required.
A vintage at Denbies provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in cool climate winemaking and an insight into sparkling and still wine production at one of England’s premium estates.
A valid licence to drive a fork lift truck is preferred but not essential. Ideal candidates will have previous experience of working in cellars.
A competitive package is available, including meals and on-site accommodation.
All Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK
If you would like to submit your CV for future consideration, please email:
Chef and Front of House
We currently have full and part time vacancies.
If you would like to submit your CV for future consideration, please email:
Whether you have just left school, in a Gap year or just looking for a new challenge. Denbies Wine Estate offer recognised Apprenticeships; this programme will give the successful applicants the opportunity to develop themselves at Denbies. All applicants will be supported by the Denbies to help them achieve their goal and go further up the career ladder.
Denbies Wine Estate offers a great opportunity to school leavers to develop & shape their future. Denbies also gives successful applicants the opportunity to apply for key position within the company once they have completed their apprenticeship and have demonstrated that they are hardworking and willing to progress. Employee Statement: Lee Thomas – (From KP to now Commis Apprentice Chef ) Apprenticeship Jake Bristow – ( From Servery & Function Assistant to Team Leader)
School Leavers Requirement:
Have a GCSE Maths and English at A to C grade.
Passionate about Fresh Food and Retail
Motivated in building a career
Willing to work weekends and evenings
Putting our customer care first priority by welcoming all customers in a friendly manner.
Maintain high standard of service at all times
Denbies Wine Estate offers a Graduate Scheme recruiting throughout the year. Intake for a graduate begins in September with an opportunity to work on the operational side of the hospitality industry. Our 12 month programme offers a way to develop your talents in the Hospitality industry.
Operational:
Hospitality Management:
Front of House
Conference & Events
Chefs
Housekeeping
What will you gain from us?
You will get the support from your Line Manager who will help you in developing your skills. Develop experience in working as part of a team. You will be given the opportunity to work on a project which will then be presented to your Line Manager.
This programme has been put together for you to find your talent within this industry. To find out more about our Graduate Scheme please email the HR Dept at [email protected]
Applications for 2022 are now closed.
