Employees

View of the sea and Antinori’s Le Mortelle vineyardView of the sea and Antinori’s Le Mortelle vineyardEmployees

Lorem ipsum> Sustainability overview

Our objective: to promote equal opportunities and to provide our employees with further advancement and training. We are guided in this by theSustainable Development Goals (SDGs)of the United Nations.

Bindella employees clink glasses with a rosé wineBindella employees clink glasses with a rosé wineBindella Benefits05/06/2025 At Bindella, sustainability is not just something to be found on the plate or in the glass, but also in the way we treat our employees. Their well-being, health and personal and professional development take centre stage. After all, people feeling valued and supported is what leads to an inspiring work environment. Various benefits enrich everyday working life and offer real added value: employees receive preferential conditions at the Bindella wine shop as well as a 20 per cent discount at all Ristoranti and at the in-house Dolcezze patisserie. If you want to keep your body and mind fit, a workout in the fitness room at the head office in Zurich-Wipkingen is just the ticket – available to all administration staff. Bindella also takes a clear stance when it comes to further training. Free Italian and German courses make it easier to communicate in everyday life and also whet the appetite for a stay at the holiday apartment on our Vallocaia wine estate in Tuscany, which is open to everyone. Practical training formats are offered in the catering industry in particular, deepening specialist knowledge and opening up new perspectives. Long-term service is rewarded with generous anniversary gifts and individual development opportunities. Those who refer new talent from their own circle are rewarded with an attractive bonus. The shared experience is not neglected either. Dialogue, fun and joy take centre stage at the «Caffè con Rudi», «Aperitivo per tutti», «Ci divertiamo» or the «la vita è bella» day. Moments that bring us together, as a team and as a family. Employees also benefit from a variety of discounts in cooperation with external partners, such as special deals with removal or cleaning companies, discounts on hotel accommodation and vehicle purchases or the popular Reka Card – ideal for discounted public transport tickets, leisure activities and fuel. This is all complemented by the Brands for Employees platform, which offers new price discounts on products and services every week. The range of benefits is constantly being expanded so that all employees feel recognised and supported. Today, tomorrow and beyond.> read nowhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/3_Gesundheit_und_Wohlergehen.png

Two young cooks preparing a plateTwo young cooks preparing a plateShaping the future with the Accademia di Bindella23/02/2025 Further training plays a crucial role in catering – whether you are new to the industry, are seeking personal development or looking at the next step in your career. The Accademia di Bindella offers employees a varied, modular training programme, tailored to their individual needs. But what makes the programme special and what are its priorities in 2025? We spoke to Fabienne Tatini, who is responsible for the Accademia’s strategic direction and gained some fascinating insights.> to the interviewhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/4_Hochwertige_Bildung.pnghttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/bindella-weinshop-ueber-uns-nachhaltigkeit-sdg-8-nb1.jpg

Bindella employees clink glasses with a rosé wineBindella employees clink glasses with a rosé wineAperitivo per tutti!10/12/2024 Italianità and team building? They go together perfectly – over an aperitivo per tutti! Every two months, the management of one of our Ristoranti hosts a social and relaxed event designed to strengthen relationships and celebrate the Italian way of life. The aperitivo per tutti (aperitif for everyone) offers the ideal opportunity to meet colleagues and exchange ideas with people with whom you may not be in daily contact during your working day. It is also a wonderful opportunity to take a look around the world of Bindella and get to know the various Ristoranti. Of course, all employees are invited to drop by spontaneously – without registering – to raise a glass over homemade antipasti and simply enjoy a beautiful evening.> read nowhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/3_Gesundheit_und_Wohlergehen.png

Bindella employees on their Benvenuti (induction) dayBindella employees on their Benvenuti (induction) dayBindella employees on their Benvenuti (induction) dayBindella employees on their Benvenuti (induction) dayBenvenuti day at Bindella17/09/2024 After completing their initial training, all new employees at Bindella are invited to our main site for a monthly welcome day. The day begins with a personal welcome from the management, followed by presentations from speakers from departments such as administration, sales and purchasing, who present their work and show how they contribute to the overall success of Bindella. This gives participants – in groups of 15 to 30 – a comprehensive understanding of the company’s processes and vision. Having lunch together strengthens the sense of belonging and offers the opportunity to network. This exchange is an important step in promoting a sense of belonging at Bindella and in expressing appreciation for our new employees. Benvenuti Day is an important tool for successfully integrating new colleagues. In this way, we create the basis for sustainable cooperation – in line with our responsibility towards the environment and society.> read nowhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/%7B%7Bmedia%20url=wysiwyg/3_Gesundheit_und_Wohlergehen.png%7D%7Dhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/bindella-weinshop-ueber-uns-nachhaltigkeit-sdg-8-nb1.jpg

View into a studio flatView into a studio flatFlats for employees04/03/2023 Affordable housing is scarce and hard to find. That’s why we offer new employees who move to Switzerland from Italy, for example, a place to stay in ouremployee flats if needed and wherever possible. A total of 46 roomsare available in the city of Zurich and other regions of Switzerland, all fully furnished. If necessary, the Bindella team can also organise «emergency accommodation» in a matter of days. Always with the aim of making it as easy as possible for our colleagues from abroad toget started in Switzerland.> read nowhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/8_Menschenw_rdige_Arbeit_und_Wirtschaftswachstum.png

Bindella apprentices in our DolcezzeBindella apprentices in our DolcezzeExcellent! TOP training company12/02/2024 As a family business, our commitment to the next generation is a point of honour. Finding goodapprenticesand training them properly is a challenge. We are therefore all the more pleased that we have now beenofficially certified as a «TOP training company»in theKornhauskeller,NationalandTerrasseestablishments. What is a TOP training company? TheTOP Training Company Foundation(TAB) is a national support and award system that contributes to the attractiveness of commercial professions. TAB supports companies from all sectors in improving the quality of their training, and awards the certificate tocompanies that are especially committed to training young people. The award serves as a visible sign of quality across all sectors.> read nowhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/4_Hochwertige_Bildung.pnghttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/bindella-weinshop-ueber-uns-nachhaltigkeit-sdg-8-nb1.jpghttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/bindella-weinshop-ueber-uns-nachhaltigkeit-mitarbeitende-top-logo.png

Bindella employee using the mobile appBindella employee using the mobile appMultilingual dialogue06/12/2023 In a company with 1,500 employees from 60 nations, there are two challenges when it comes to communication: reaching everyone in terms of language and reaching them by the right channel. That is why we have been working with a digital app since 2019, and with theJobdonesolution since 2022. The mobile app is used not only for logging working hours but also for steady communication: every Ristorante has its own circle, and employees can find news about the entire company in the «La Famiglia» stream (including Ticino and Montepulciano). There is a «Mercato» (where you can swap children’s clothes, give your old sofa away, find apartment listings etc.), as well as Challenges and Contests. And the best thing: no matter what language you speak, Jobdone translates automatically. The app is currently used in 42 languages.> read nowhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/8_Menschenw_rdige_Arbeit_und_Wirtschaftswachstum.png

The Forte family at Ristorante BindellaThe Forte family at Ristorante BindellaWe are Family10/11/2023 At Bindella, family ties are given special importance. The company is run by father and son Rudi Bindella. And the 1,500 employees regard themselves as one big family. After a little research among our workforce, we learned that some of our employees actually are related. Three family teams and their stories.> read nowhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/8_Menschenw_rdige_Arbeit_und_Wirtschaftswachstum.png

Bindella certificate of loyalty and gift for long-standing employeesBindella certificate of loyalty and gift for long-standing employeesLoyal employees11/10/2023 Ten years of loyalty for 23 people, 20 for ten and 30 for three: We are proud that in 2023 as well we can count on suchlong-standing employees! As always, these work anniversaries were celebrated in proper style for all 36 people. In addition to a festive dinner with a personal homage, they all received a certificate of loyalty and – a tradition here – a beautiful watch. Tanti auguri, and here’s to many years to come! By the way:20 per centof Bindella employees have already been with the company forat least ten years. And, believe it or not, the employee who has been with us the longest is now in his 53rd year of service!> to the interviewhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/8_Menschenw_rdige_Arbeit_und_Wirtschaftswachstum.png

Kloster Kappel training house and seminar hotelKloster Kappel training house and seminar hotelKloster management seminar05/04/2023 We have been sending our managers to Kloster since 2016. In this interview, Bindella’s HR manager Monika Farmer explains what the team seminars inKappelandFischingenare all about, what you can achieve throughconscious quiet timeand what she herself learned at Kloster.> to the interviewhttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/4_Hochwertige_Bildung.png

Internal training session at Ristorante OrnellaiaInternal training session at Ristorante OrnellaiaFree advanced training22/03/2023 You can’t discover new continents unless you have the courage to lose sight of familiar shores. That is whywe actively encourage our employees’ talentsand support both internal and external advanced training with generous amounts of time and/or money. A few examples:Free German courses in the restaurant sector, free Italian courses in administrationInternal Ambasciatore (Ambassador) courses for wine, coffee and cuisine, where we train employees to become ambassadors in their particular field.WSETtraining programmes for our wine specialistsInternalPizzaiolo courseThree-level, extra-occupationalGastroSuisseprogramme for prospective managersStudio di Bindella: In-house training on subjects such as time management, team building, complaints management, wine and hygiene training, presentation powerLeadership seminars for managershttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/4_Hochwertige_Bildung.png

Two young cooks preparing a plateTwo young cooks preparing a plateEncouraging the next generation01/02/2023 As a family company, we focus our business activities on the long term. We strive for lasting relations with our employees – because this createstrust, belongingandidentification. We believe that an obvious component of this istraining new learners. Whether it’s in the kitchen or front of house, in administration or the bakery, logistics or a construction site, Bindella offers young people an exciting introduction into the working world, and a solid foundation for their professional future.> more infohttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/4_Hochwertige_Bildung.pnghttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/bindella-weinshop-ueber-uns-nachhaltigkeit-sdg-8-nb1.jpg

Rudi Bindella jr.Rudi Bindella jr.Caffè con Rudi23/01/2023 «It is incredibly important to me to be close to our employees,» says Rudi Bindella jr. That is why he launched the «Caffè con Rudi» series in summer 2022. The idea: employees are able to get together with the boss once a monthfor a casual coffeeand to share their wishes and concerns. This exchange is highly valued – by both sides.https://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/3_Gesundheit_und_Wohlergehen.png

Pizzaiolo stretches dough for a pizzaPizzaiolo stretches dough for a pizzaPizzaiolo training08/01/2023 In Italy, «Pizzaiolo» is a very well respected title and pizza itself is nothing short of sacred. Pizza Napoletana even won UNESCO World Heritage status in 2017. Here at Bindella we also keep the tradition alive – and invest in the skills of the younger generations. In 2022 we launched asix-month Pizzaiolo programme. In autumn 2022, seven pizza makers completed their training with an internal diploma and now have permanent positions at Bindella. Benvenuti in the Famiglia – and warmest congratulations!> Also interested? You can find training vacancies here.https://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/4_Hochwertige_Bildung.pnghttps://www.bindella.ch/weinshop/media/wysiwyg/bindella-weinshop-ueber-uns-nachhaltigkeit-sdg-8-nb1.jpg