Garson Farm, Esher is seeking an experienced and motivated Farm Manager to lead the operations of our award-winning Pick Your Own farm. This role is an opportunity to manage a diverse and fast‑paced farming operation, overseeing the planning and production of crops while delivering an outstanding experience for our visitors.
Who are Garsons?
Founded in 1871, today Garsons is an award-winning destination Garden Centre, Farm Shop and Restaurant with locations in Esher, Surrey and Titchfield, Hampshire. Garsons Esher is also home to one of the UK's largest pick‑your‑own farms, voted Best PYO of the Year 2025 by the Farm Retail Association.
We're honoured to have won numerous awards for our outstanding customer service and quality products, which we couldn't achieve without our valued team. We've built our reputation on friendly, reliable service with a smile, and we're always keen to meet those who share our values.
What does the role involve?
As Farm Manager, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our renowned Pick Your Own offering. You will be responsible for the full scope of farm operations, ensuring the successful growth, harvest and presentation of a wide variety of crops.
Responsibilities:
* Planning and production of over 30 fruit, vegetable and flower crops, exclusively for retail via Pick Your Own and to supply our own Farm Shop and Restaurant.
* Maintenance of the farm estate, machinery and workshop facilities.
* Recruitment & management of both production and sales staff for the department.
* Working to an agreed budget and undertaking the relevant stock control and valuations.
* Sourcing and purchasing required equipment and materials; to include pesticides, fertilisers, packaging (for PYO retail) and plants.
* To be commercially aware and technically competent, exploiting opportunities to improve profitability and reduce costs.
* Being attentive to the needs of the customer and encouraging return visits acting on feedback for continual improvement.
* Looking ahead to future retail and horticultural trends, planning on a strategic level longer-term.
What skills and experience do you need?
* Excellent horticultural knowledge and directly relevant experience.
* Retail management experience within a busy environment.
* Excellent people skills with a proven track record of people management and team leadership.
Contract:
This is a full‑time role, including weekend work during the summer season.
Location:
This role is based at Garsons Esher, Surrey.
Salary:
From £46,836 to £55,920 per annum (subject to skills and experience).
Package:
* 20% Employee discount (plus discount for designated household member)
* 28 days paid holiday increasing to 31 days with 2 years’ service (pro rata)
* Company bonus scheme
* Access to health and wellbeing support
* Service rewards awarded for 10 years’ and 25 years’ service
* Company events
* Discounted ‘Pick Your Own’ fruit and vegetables
* Uniform provided
* Free car parking on site
* Accommodation may be provided
* Note: We may close vacancies early in the event we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we recommend you apply early.
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