Head Chef
We’re looking for an inspiring and talented Head Chef to lead the kitchen at the Flint Barns on Rathfinny Wine Estate.
Working closely with Executive Chef Chris Bailey, you’ll take the reins of a restaurant rooted in relaxed, seasonal cooking, serving breakfast, dinner, and Sunday lunch throughout the year, with additional outdoor dining during the summer months. You’ll be part of a passionate hospitality team that champions local produce, low-waste principles and dishes that pair beautifully with our Sussex Sparkling wines.
You’ll lead and develop a small, dedicated team in a well-equipped kitchen, crafting short, produce-led menus and enhancing the guest experience with creativity, consistency and care. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Chef or ambitious Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
This is a full-time role on a rota basis, including weekends and evenings. To apply, please send your up-to-date CV and cover letter to HR@rathfinnyestate.com. A right to work in the UK is essential.
Chef de Partie
We’re looking for a skilled and passionate Chef de Partie to join the hospitality team at Rathfinny Wine Estate.
Based in our Michelin-recommended Winery restaurant, the Tasting Room, you’ll be working with exceptional seasonal ingredients and a talented, supportive kitchen team led by Executive Head Chef Chris Bailey.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic food and wine destination, producing exceptional dishes that complement our Sussex Sparkling wines.
This is a full-time role on a rota basis, including weekends and evenings. To apply, please send your up-to-date CV and cover letter to HR@rathfinnyestate.com. A right to work in the UK is essential.
Harvest Winery Staff
“Professionally, I’ve never been happier, more satisfied, and welcomed as at Rathfinny Wine Estate!” – Maria Petre, Harvest Assistant 2023
We’re looking for dedicated Winery Production Assistants to play a hands-on role in all aspects of winemaking at the Estate during harvest in October 2025.
Working closely with our Winemaker and senior team, you’ll be involved in the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of our acclaimed Rathfinny Estate sparkling wines, as well as Cradle Valley still wines.
Rathfinny is B Corp and an equal opportunities employer. We actively support Human Rights, and all Equality legislation. If you’re passionate about wine and eager to be part of a dynamic, hands-on team, we’d love to hear from you.
Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK.
Submit your current CV and covering letter addressing the job description to hr@rathfinnyestate.com
Head Housekeeper
We are looking for an organised individual with high standards to head up our Rathfinny housekeeping team for a 12 month contract.
You will be responsible for overseeing the housekeeping programme across Rathfinny Wine Estate including our Flint Barns and the Rathfinny Cottage self-catering accommodation.
This is a 12-month temporary position of 32.5 hours per week worked on a rota basis to cover maternity leave. However, shifts will be regularly the same where possible for continuity. To apply, please send your up-to-date CV/cover letter to HR@rathfinnyestate.com. A right to work in the UK is essential.
Grape Pickers
With our grape harvest taking place during October, we are always on the lookout for keen fruit pickers. If you have never picked grapes before, no worries. We take on plenty of new hands every year.
Please feel free to register your interest by signing up to our harvest recruitment newsletter.
For questions or further information, please contact vineyard@rathfinnyestate.com
Front of House Team Members
We are looking for part-time Front of House Team members to join us at Rathfinny.
We are looking for part-time team members to join our growing team:
- Full product and coffee training provided
- 3-4 days a week available
- Applicants must be willing to work some weekends and Bank Holidays
- Own transport is essential due to the rural location of our Estate
For more information and to apply, please email your CV to HR@rathfinnyestate.com
Chefs
We are looking for chefs to join our hospitality team at the Rathfinny Wine Estate as we continue to expand the catering offer across the Estate.
We are looking for flexible, hard-working staff who have a good attitude and a willingness to learn.
We can offer training, a stunning work location, flexible hours (part time and full time), exposure to cooking in one of Sussex’s finest hospitality offerings using some of the best ingredients available and a very good level of service charge on top of the hourly rate.
Various positions you could be working in:
- Tasting Room fine dining restaurant
- Flint Barns restaurant
- High end alfresco dining offering
If you are interested in applying or would like any more information, please send your CV to hr@rathfinnyestate.com
