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PermanentPosted 6 October 2026
Cabinet Maker / Bench Joiner - Bespoke Kitchens and Fitted Furniture
Essendine, near Stamford, PE9 1AA · Confidential employer
£38,000 – £40,000 a year
A well-established specialist manufacturer of bespoke kitchens, fitted furniture and architectural millwork, based in Essendine, Rutland (near Stamford), is looking for an experienced Cabinet Maker / Bench Joiner. Producing furniture-grade cabinetry of exceptional quality, their projects span high-end residential properties across the UK, USA and internationally, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing methods.
This is a permanent, full-time position for an experienced Cabinet Maker, Cabinetmaker, Bench Joiner or Furniture Maker who takes pride in the standard of their work and is looking for a long-term role within a quality-focused, technically challenging workshop environment.
Key responsibilities
- Manufacture bespoke kitchens, fitted furniture and architectural millwork to the highest standards
- Read and interpret detailed technical and workshop drawings
- Assemble cabinetry and furniture components accurately and efficiently
- Work with veneered boards, solid timber, laminates and specialist decorative materials
- Carry out quality control checks throughout the manufacturing process
- Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised workshop environment
- Collaborate with project managers, designers and installation teams
What we are looking for
- Minimum 5 years' experience in bespoke cabinetry, cabinet making, furniture making, bench joinery or architectural millwork
- Strong understanding of furniture and cabinet construction techniques
- Proven ability to work independently from detailed technical or workshop drawings
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Experience with veneered and solid timber construction (desirable)
- CNC or modern manufacturing experience (desirable)
- Full UK driving licence (preferred)
- Please note this is a workshop cabinet making role: it is not suited to general construction joiners, site carpenters or production-line kitchen assemblers
What is on offer
- £38,000 to £40,000 per annum depending on experience
- Permanent, full-time position with long-term career progression
- Overtime opportunities
- Varied and technically challenging projects at the premium end of the market
- Modern, well-equipped workshop environment
- Supportive team culture with a strong focus on quality and craftsmanship
If you are a Cabinet Maker or Bench Joiner in Stamford, Rutland, Oakham, Peterborough, Bourne, Spalding, Grantham or Corby with a bespoke kitchen, fitted furniture or fine joinery background, we would love to hear from you.
To apply or find out more, contact The Talent Branch on 07792 797476 or carlos@thetalentbranch.com.
Skills & Experience
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