Gardener (Fixed Term Contract)- Soho Farmhouse

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Soho Farmhouse - Chipping Norton, England, United Kingdom · Soho Farmhouse - Chipping Norton · United Kingdom

Posted Jul 13, 2026

Contract
On-site
Maintenance Technician

Job description

The Role…

At Soho House we have an exciting opportunity for a Gardener to join our gardens team. The role involves regular ornamental border maintenance and the production of top-quality fruit, vegetables, herbs, microgreens and cut flowers for our onsite restaurants, deli, florists and seasonal events.

This is a hands-on, varied role which includes working in organic, no-dig production gardens, where quality, consistency, and collaboration with our kitchen teams and floristry team are key. You’ll be part of a team that propagates and grows seasonal year-round produce and microgreens which play a direct role in our menus. You'll tend to cut flower beds consisting of both annual and perennial plants which are sent directly to our onsite florist each week. You'll take pride in developing and maintaining garden borders to the highest standards, tending to herbaceous and deciduous plants using horticultural best practice.

What's in it for you?

Weekly Pay
Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs
£20 Taxi Contribution for late shifts
Soho Friends Membership
50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week
Staff Room Rates
Health Cash Plan (option to up to 2 additional dependents)
Dental Plan (option to add up to 2 additional dependents)
Birthday Day Off after 1 years' continuous service
Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home
In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.
Free Counselling Sessions
Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.
Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally
Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.

Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career

Key duties…

Propagate, grow, and maintain high-quality seasonal fruit, vegetables, herbs, microgreens and cut flowers within an organic framework
Tend and maintain the gardens and ornamental borders to exceptional horticultural standards
Harvest crops and flowers and liaise closely with kitchen/floristry teams to ensure produce meets their requirements
Plan seasonal planting in line with menu planning
Maintain daily records including sowing lists, harvest yields, and pest or disease monitoring
Manage composting and soil health using sustainable practices
Research and implement appropriate planting plans and horticultural techniques
Maintain tools and equipment in safe, good working order
Support guest engagement when required, including demonstrations or informal tours

What We Are Looking For...

A successful Gardener for Soho House will ideally have up to 2 years’ experience in a busy high-profile venue and a natural flair for first class service. You’ll be reliable, friendly and happy to be a key part of the team that strives for success.

A minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Gardener or similar within a similar high-end environment.
Horticultural qualification level 2 or above is advantageous but not a necessity
Knowledge of horticulture, production gardening, landscaping principles, arboriculture, and sustainable practices.
Experience with all types of horticultural machinery.
Understand current health and safety legislation.
Must be able to work in all weather conditions
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to communicate effectively

The salary range for this role if filled within the UK is listed below. The range for the position in different geographies may vary based on market differences.

Pay Range

£15.50—£15.50 GBP