WE ARE RECRUITING TEMPORARY EVENT STAFF

Farrington’s Farm is based on a 400-acre working farm in the Somerset village of Farrington Gurney, just a short drive from Bristol and Bath. Located on the main site is a Farm Shop, Cafe, Playbarn, Chip Shop and Farm Park. Not only do we grow the usual arable crops and potatoes, we also grow a number of pick-your-own crops for our customers including tulips, dahlias, sunflowers and pumpkins!

We are currently seeking confident, reliable and enthusiastic individuals (who don't mind getting their hands dirty!) to join our event team to assist with the smooth running our popular pumpkin picking event this October. We are looking our staff to be helpful and authentic with our customers at all times giving them the best possible visit. Our team members really make the difference to the customer experience.

Requirements:

• A flexible and positive attitude

• Previous event / customer service experience is preferred but training will be given

• Physical fitness and the ability to be on your feet all day in various weather conditions

• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team

• Would suit student but must be at least 16 years old

• Must be able to commute to Farrington Gurney, BS39 6UB

  
  

The role is diverse and hands-on, but we will endeavour to place you in a position to best suit your skill set. Please be aware that most roles will involve you being on your feet for most of the day. Duties include (but not limited to):

• Checking customers in through the ticketing system

• Measuring pumpkins and taking payment on a simple till

• Marshalling the pumpkin field

• Retrieving wheelbarrows from around the site

• Car park marshalling

• Providing customers with event information

You must be available to work the majority of following dates: 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 24th - 31st October (weekends and half term). There may be additional farm work available in late September for the right candidate. Shifts will fall between 8.30am-5.30pm daily.

You must be available for a short staff induction session (max 1 hour) at 5pm on 30th September 2025. Successful applicants may be offered permanent positions at the end of the event should we have job opportunities available. Please make sure that you can easily travel to the village of Farrington Gurney (BS39 6UB), please check your commute before applying.

Contract length: 4 weeks. Pay rate: £7.60 - £12.30 per hour dependant on your age. Expected start date: 4th October 2025

To apply, please send a copy of your CV and a short cover letter to erin@farringtons.co.uk 

We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

We look forward to hearing from you!