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Everything we do here contributes to the conservation and restoration of our historic buildings and landscapes, our employees are key to helping us to protect and sustain Castle Howard for future generations to enjoy.

Our experienced, dedicated and friendly team cover a variety of roles, from outdoor work in our beautiful landscape to inside roles within the House or Estate Office. It's a privilege to work at Castle Howard with the its vast history, stunning landscape and architecture, association with location filming and a vibrant working environment.

Current Vacancies

Our latest vacancies can be found below. 

If you would like to apply for any of these positions please send your CV to our HR department via email at hr@castlehoward.co.uk or complete our online application form. 

 

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Castle Howard
York GB
Castle Howard
York GB
Christmas Position
Catering Assistant
Salary: £12.21 per hour, variety of hours available
Are you enthusiastic, friendly and looking to be part of a vibrant team? We’re recruiting Catering Assistants to join our busy Front of House Catering team across our wonderful outlets. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are ever the same.
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Castle Howard
York GB
Castle Howard
York GB
Permanent Position
Head of Landscape and Gardens
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Castle Howard, one of Britain’s most iconic stately homes, is seeking a visionary Head of Landscape and Gardens to lead the stewardship and development of its extraordinary grounds and gardens. Designed by Sir John Vanbrugh in the late 17th century, Castle Howard’s grounds are a globally significant example of the ‘English heroic’ style, featuring formal gardens, lakes, cascades, fountains, and the celebrated Ray Wood - home to the finest rhododendron and azalea collection in Northern England and curated in partnership with RBG Kew. This is a rare opportunity to take the helm of a living landscape steeped in history and natural beauty. You’ll lead a talented team in preserving and enhancing the estate’s horticultural legacy, while delivering an inspiring visitor experience and championing sustainable land management.
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Castle Howard
York GB
Castle Howard
York GB
Permanent Position
Chef
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Castle Howard is looking for a versatile Chef to join our dynamic kitchen and café team. This role allows you to focus on fresh daily bakery production while also supporting the café kitchen team during busy daytime service without super-early starts or late-night shifts.
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Castle Howard
York GB
Castle Howard
York GB
Permanent Position
Chef Assistant
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Castle Howard is looking for an enthusiastic Chef Assistant to join our friendly kitchen and café team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start or develop their career in catering, with full training and guidance provided. You’ll gain hands-on experience in both bakery production and café kitchen service, with the option to progress towards a formal apprenticeship if desired. This role offers daytime hours, no super-early starts or late-night shifts, giving you a great work-life balance in a unique and inspiring heritage environment.
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Castle Howard
York GB
Castle Howard
York GB
Christmas Position
Facilities Assistant
Salary: £12.21 per hour, variety of hours available
We are looking for a reliable and practical Facilities Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will play an important part in keeping the Estate clean, well-presented and welcoming for all our visitors and colleagues.
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Castle Howard
York GB
Castle Howard
York GB
Christmas Position
Kitchen Porter
Salary: £12.21 per hour, variety of hours available
We are recruiting Kitchen Porter / Assistant roles within our catering outlets at Castle Howard.
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Castle Howard
York GB
Castle Howard
York GB
Christmas Position
Retail Assistant
Salary: £12.21 per hour, variety of hours available
We are seeking enthusiastic and customer focused Retail Assistants to join our team at Castle Howard, with the opportunity to work across our Farm Shop, House Gift Shop, Marquee and Garden Centre. Are you passionate about delivering outstanding service in a unique and historic setting? This role offers the chance to work in our busy retail outlets, where every day brings variety and the opportunity to meet and support our visitors.
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Castle Howard
York GB
Castle Howard
York GB
Christmas Position
Ticket Office Assistant
Salary: £12.21 per hour, variety of hours available
We’re looking for enthusiastic and customer focused individuals to join our Ticket Office team, helping to create a warm welcome for all our guests. As a Ticket Office Assistant, you’ll be the first point of contact for our visitors, providing excellent customer service and ensuring a smooth start to their day at Castle Howard. From selling tickets and memberships to answering queries and giving information, you’ll play a key role in delivering a memorable visitor experience.
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Castle Howard
York GB
Castle Howard
York GB
Christmas Position
Christmas Supersub
Salary: £12.21 per hour, variety of hours available
Are you looking for a dynamic and flexible role this festive season? We’re recruiting energetic and adaptable individuals to join us as Christmas Supersubs, providing support across multiple outlets at Castle Howard. From retail, catering and admissions, you’ll play a key part in helping us deliver a magical Christmas experience for every guest. This is a varied role where no two days are the same, perfect for those who enjoy variety and working in a fast-paced, festive environment.
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Castle Howard
York GB
Castle Howard
York GB
Christmas Position
Christmas Relief Duty Manager
Salary: £12.75 per hour, variety of hours available
We are seeking a proactive and confident Relief Duty Manager to support the successful delivery of our busy Christmas season at Castle Howard. This role is central to ensuring the smooth day to day running of the Estate during our peak festive period, providing leadership and guidance to staff and volunteers and ensuring all visitors enjoy a safe and magical Christmas experience.
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Our Benefits

Working at Castle Howard comes with a range of great benefits, including...

  • Free entry into the House and Gardens
  • 20% discount in our retail shops and catering outlets
  • 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
  • Company pension plan
  • Death in service (permanent staff only)
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
  • Passes to other visitor attractions
  • Uniform and tools provided
  • Training opportunities
  • Promotional opportunities
  • Social events throughout the year
  • Sociable working hours