Walled Kitchen Garden Specialist (Live-In)

Horticulture Jobs, brought to you by HortWeek; Wooler; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Estate cottage

On-site accommodation

Job summary

Lilburn Estates is seeking a passionate kitchen gardener for the walled kitchen garden and related areas at Lilburn Tower. The role focuses on growing year‑round seasonal produce and cut flowers to high horticultural standards.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, able to plan year‑round tasks, and work closely with the head gardener and estate team. A RHS Level 2 qualification or equivalent is desirable; a cottage may be available on the estate.

Qualifications

• Minimum RHS Level 2 horticultural qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in a kitchen/garden setting is desirable.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Grow year‑round seasonal produce and cut flowers in the kitchen garden and related areas.
• Plan and execute tasks from propagation and planting to harvest and storage.
• Work closely with the head gardener, estate owner and wider team, both independently and with colleagues.

Education

RHS Level 2 horticultural qualification

Job description

Lilburn Estates is seeking a passionate kitchen gardener for the walled kitchen garden and related areas at Lilburn Tower. The role focuses on growing year‑round seasonal produce and cut flowers to high horticultural standards.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, able to plan year‑round tasks, and work closely with the head gardener and estate team. A RHS Level 2 qualification or equivalent is desirable; a cottage may be available on the estate.