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Outdoor Experience and Education Manager, 32-40hours
We are looking for an experienced and empathic manager to lead and drive forward our outdoor education and experience programmes at Fordhall Organic Farm, all providing practical and nurturing experiences for children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Experiences are at the heart of the Fordhall Community Land Initiative’s work. We believe that by creating memorable, fun experiences we will be taking the first steps in influencing behavioral change. With proven management capability and experience of working with both vulnerable adults young people, you will lead and coach our delivery team to ensure we are taking a person-centered approach to nurturing and supporting those who access our outdoor services.
With compassion and empathy, you will empower those we work with to achieve new heights, build their independence, and their feeling of self-worth through connections to the land, soil and nature. Leading a strong and dedicated team of 4-5 staff, your exceptional communication skills, knowledge of safeguarding, attention to detail and positive approach will ensure we are continually improving our services, recording our impact, working within budget, and developing strong relationships with our partners.
This role is about having a positive and lasting impact on the hearts and minds of all those who attend the care farm, youth project and other outdoor or educational experiences we provide, and whilst doing so, you will be nurturing the soil and environment around you.
Applications: Email a completed application form to the General Manager, Charlotte Hollins via charlotte.hollins@fordhallfarm.com with a covering email explaining why a job at Fordhall is right for you. Or call 01630 638696 for an informal discussion about the role.
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Job Description
Application Form
Deadline: Midnight 16th February 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 25th February 2025
*Free Parking *Discounts *Pension scheme in place *Compulsory Christmas close-down *Supportive team *Sociable hours *Real food *Working with a community for purpose
Therapeutic Garden Lead, 30hours/week, 4 days
Monday - Thursday, 9am-4.30pm
With experience and passion for organic growing and experience of working with vulnerable adults, you will support and empower our volunteer workers to achieve new heights, build their independence, their feeling of self-worth and well-being. Working within a passionate and dedicated team you will lead project delivery within our Care Farm and Community Garden, ensuring your own unique skills and strengths are utilised for the benefit of those involved.
This is a delivery and project management role. It will involve project planning, budgeting, risk assessments, tool use, personal development and above all kindness, patience and a genuine passion for working with adults with learning disabilities.
Start date: Immediate
Hours: 30 hours per week over 4days (9-4.30pm) with options for over timeThe Care Farm operates Monday to Thursday year-round, with a compulsory close over Christmas. Weekend work is required once or twice a year, to engage with our wider community of shareholders and supporters.
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Application: Please complete an application form from our website and submit to charlotte.hollins@fordhallfarm.com
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Deadline: Midnight Sunday 23rd February 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 4th March 2025
Sunday Chef, 9am-3.30pm
Arthur’s Farm Kitchen are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and hardworking chef or cook to support our Head Chef. With weddings, parties, school residentials, yoga retreats; there may be opportunities to increase your hours as we grow our offer. We are looking for an organised chef, who cares about food and its provenance to work in our busy kitchen on Sundays.
Our menu is produce-driven, focusing on using seasonal, locally produced ingredients. We choose not to use fryers or microwaves and we pride ourselves in using traditional cookery methods as well as following a nutritional and wholesome approach to our meals. We have a highly skilled and talented Head Chef, meaning we can offer training to the right candidate if needed, although experience of working in a professional kitchen is preferable and will facilitate greater hours and pay .So, if you are early on in your journey as a chef and are looking for more experience and somewhere to make your mark, or if you are experienced and looking for a role which does not involve long days and evenings, then we are for you!
Pay: Depending on experience. All breaks paid.
Hours: Hours can vary according to experience from 6.5-14/week. Sunday 9 - 3.30 plus occasional Sundays.
Pay: depending on experience
Application: Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you wish to work for the Fordhall Community Land Initiative to the General Manager, Charlotte Hollins via charlotte.hollins@fordhallfarm.com
Applications will be reviewed and interviews given on a rolling basis.
Start date: immediately
Sunday Senior Waiting Staff, 9.30am-4.45pm
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as Hospitality Staff. You will play a key role in providing exceptional service to our customers. Ideally you will have experience in the restaurant, hospitality, or hotel industry, as this role will involve you holding a shift front of house each Sunday. Most importantly, we are looking for an individual with a shared passion for Fordhall's values, an ability to multi-task in a busy environment, and the ability to work with a team and support others around you.
Our café, Arthur's Farm Kitchen, is run by the Fordhall Community Land Initiative. The charitable community benefit society that owns Fordhall Organic Farm. As such, your role will put you at the forefront of the community experience onsite. The regular hours for this position, will be Sunday's 9.30am-4.45pm, with options for overtime on Saturdays or midweek if available.
Duties
- Provide excellent customer service and ensure guest satisfaction
- Assist with food preparation and culinary tasks
- Serve food and beverages to guests
- Set up and clean dining areas before and after service
- Take orders and process payments accurately
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas- Making coffee's - barista training preferable
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations and to support our future developments
- Uphold Fordhall values at all times, implementing them into your work such as composting our food waste and recycling
- Cash up at the end of a shift
- Guide junior staff who may be working with you on shift
Pay: depending on experience
Expected hours: 7.25 per week
Application: Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you wish to work for the Fordhall Community Land Initiative to the General Manager, Charlotte Hollins via charlotte.hollins@fordhallfarm.com
Applications will be reviewed and interviews given on a rolling basis.
Start date: immediately
Casual Butcher
Our tenant farmer is looking for a flexible butcher to join his Farm Shop & Butchery team to work during busy periods and to cover staff holiday. Must have plenty of experience with pork, beef and lamb carcass. Must have a good work ethic and must be interested and passionate about processing our own animals here from Fordhall.
To apply or find out more, please email Farm Shop Manager, James on shop@fordhallfarm.com
Event Catering Assistants
Our tenant farmer runs 'Fordhall Event Catering Limited' a company that provides outside catering at venues across the country. They are looking for enthusiastic and hard-working individuals to join our dynamic event catering team at local and national events this year. You would be working on our mobile catering units, serving food and handling customer orders. No experience required, we ask that you have a can-do attitude and a good sense of humour! Ideal if you’re looking for a change of pace or for work around other commitments.
For more information please email theteam@fordhallfarm.com
What can I expect?

Inclusive environment
We welcome everyone - as you would expect from a community owned organisation! Expect a flexible and supporting approach to your needs

Develop and share skills
We not only want to develop the skills you have for your role, but we also want to know what all your ‘superpowers’ are and encourage you to use these across the organisation to help make Fordhall a real ‘Place in the Sun’ for everyone!

Make a difference
Each and every person, no matter what the role or hours worked, contributes to making Fordhall a place for enjoyment, learning, and inspiration for our community. Supporting our staff team is big focus of our approach.

Be rewarded
We offer competitive rates of pay, staff discounts for the shop, café and events, free parking, a recognition reward scheme, as well as offering staff social events throughout the year. When you work at Fordhall you become part of the family.