This wide ranging and important role is responsible for the planning and development of our recently acquired acreage. The upkeep and presentation of the land will be a key part of the role. Working closely with our founder, you will play a key role in turning grassland into a thriving kitchen farm, maintaining and promoting the company’s values and mission as a B Corporation, sharing knowledge and helping to protect and build the Cow & Sow brand.

Over time, Eastfield Farm will be transformed from grassland into small formal gardens and allotments, working closely with the Cow & Sow kitchen teams to bridge the gap between field to fork.

The farm will be organic, so experience and knowledge of organic and regenerative practices is key and at the heart of our values.

The Estate Gardener will be capable of working independently but with close contact with the founder and operational teams within the Cow & Sow brand.

Kitchen Farm development

Have the knowledge, capability and ambition to transform grassland into a Kitchen Farm, directed by the Cow & Sow menus
Experience of growing vegetables & herbs essential

Kitchen Farm presentation

Exceptionally high level of estate presentation
Maintaining a safe working environment

Planning and design

Planning and production of organic fruit and vegetables
General gardening work planning and scheduling
Design, creation and maintenance of planting schemes, flower beds and planters
Presentation of concepts and project plans for collaboration and sign off

Collaboration

Communicate and consult with the wider Cow & Sow kitchen teams to ensure work and projects are in line with brand objectives
Willingness to assist wider kitchen teams with produce when necessary

Inspiration

Willingness and ability to inspire others about the work you do and the ambition of the Kitchen Farm

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate is likely to:

have 3 plus years’ experience in a similar role
have demonstrable experience in organic gardening
have experience engaging with guests and visitors
possess a full clean driving licence
be qualified to RHS level 3 in Horticulture (desirable)
have experience of managing staff (desirable)
experience of working closely with private owners
proficiency in organic plant propagation

HOURS

0800 – 1700 standard working hours
due to the nature of the role some flexibility will be required, appreciated and reciprocated

Following a successful completion of your probationary period:

Access to YuLife wellness app, including employee assistance, a wellness hub, discounts, 24/7 virtual GP service and more.
Wellness and mental health support online and/or 1 to 1.
Life cover of £50,000
50% staff discount at any Cow & Sow restaurant
Charity day, take a full paid day off to support a charity of your choice.
A day of paid leave on your Birthday.
5-year anniversary gift - To celebrate the bigger milestones we will be gifting you with a four week fully paid sabbatical on your 5th anniversary with us.