HALLGARTEN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME
What is it?Our 18 month apprenticeship programme continues to encourage the development and growth ofnew talent within the wine industry, providing a 360-degree perspective of the wine sector fromvineyard to table.A Head Start apprentice will experience all aspects of the Hallgarten & Novum Wines business fromtime at head office in Luton with the customer services, finance, marketing and brand managementteams, experience within the business’ nationwide sales teams and through to “hands on” harvestwith one of the company’s key European partners.The Head Start programme is designed to give the apprentice total visibility of the Hallgarten &Novum business, allowing them an insight into and understanding of the financial, strategic andcommercial aspects of the company.Who are Hallgarten?Hallgarten & Novum Wines is one of the UK’s leading specialist wine merchants, with over 90 yearsof experience importing wines from producers around the world and supplying the UK On and OffTrade sectors. We are the Official Wine Supplier to Ascot, Royal Ascot and Goodwood. In 2018, thebusiness achieved the ISO 14001 accreditation for its dedication to minimising its environmentalimpact, as well as successfully meeting all criteria to attain the Silver ‘Investors in People’accreditation in 2023.With an ever-evolving list of over 1,300 wines sourced from more than 280 producers across 24countries, Hallgarten has an enviable award-winning portfolio supplying all sectors of the UK winetrade. The portfolio features some of the world’s greatest producers from the classic regions, whilstalso championing esoteric and emerging winegrowing areas. In 2023 Hallgarten was proud to beawarded the International Wine Challenge ‘On Trade Supplier of the Year’, The Drinks Business‘Drinks Company of the Year’ and IWSC ‘Wine Distributor of the Year’.As well as a very strong stock and supply record, we have a Training department which offers avariety of courses from WSET qualifications to our own bespoke WineSure training packages to givestaff the knowledge to sell and upsell. We also have a dedicated in-house design team to supportwine list production and other communication materials.What we are looking for• Bright and enthusiastic individuals, with an interest in wine and the business of wine• Strong written and oral communication skills• Pro-active, motivated and ambitious individual able to demonstrate high attention to detailand good organisation skills• Experience of working in catering, hospitality, leisure or wine retailing is advantageous• If not already qualified the successful candidate will be required to pass the Wine SpiritEducation Trust (WSET) Levels 1 & 2 within 12 months and complete WSET Level 3 within 18months of starting.• Quick learner and good team player with an aptitude for hard work• IT literate• 2nd Language would be useful but not essential• Eligible to work in the UK• Willingness to travel and has a valid driving licence and passportWhat are we offering• 18 month fixed term contract with a view to permanent employment• 25 days’ paid leave in addition to Public Holidays• Participation in the Company profit share scheme• Range of optional additional benefits• Opportunities for further training and developmentOur 5 values are partnership, positivity, passion, pride and progression; you will find a collaborative,supportive friendly team at Hallgarten Wines which gives you the platform to succeed and grow.We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to equality of opportunity for our currentand future employees irrespective of their gender, age, race, disability, marital status, religion orbelief, or sexual orientation.The successful candidate will need to commute to Luton (Capability Green Junction 10 M1) for theduration of the apprenticeship.The start date is September 2024Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and stating why youshould be our next Hallgarten Head Start Apprentice to hr@hnwines.co.uk and the deadline forapplications is 31st May 202
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All applicants will have a stable CV with excellent traceable references. The person to suit must be experienced in fresh produce
Should also possess NVQ level 1 and 2 or equivalent, and hygiene certificate.
You must either be working in or a resident in the United Kingdom to apply for this position . You must be able to prove your Right to Work in the United Kingdom to apply for this role, you must be a UK/EU Citizen and have ILR/PR status or hold a work permit /visa with at least 2 years remaining .
In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
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