Gardener

TN United Kingdom; Bovey Tracey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading hotel group as a Gardener, where you'll maintain beautiful gardens and create memorable outdoor experiences for guests. This role offers flexible hours, generous time off, and a supportive work environment focused on employee wellbeing and growth.

Benefits

31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service

Monthly Tips

Discounts at 800+ retailers

Health & Wellness Plans

Cycle-to-Work options

Free parking and meals on duty

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining and developing gardens and grounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and manage gardens to high horticultural standards.
• Use garden machinery for lawn mowing, strimming, and hedge cutting.

Skills

Plant Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Education

RHS Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

Garden Machinery

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Company Achievements

We’re proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the Year 2024-25, rated as a Top 30 Best Place to Work in Hospitality 2024 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the Springboard Awards for Excellence.

Bovey Castle has been awarded Large Hotel of the Year (2024) by Devon Tourism.

What you’ll be doing

This role is for 24 hours per week, worked over three days. Specific days and hours are flexible and will be agreed upon during the interview process.

As a Gardener, you will establish, maintain, and manage the gardens to the highest horticultural standards. You will be passionate about delivering the best experience for our visitors and guests and will play a key role in creating and restoring our outdoor spaces.

This role involves attention to detail, including the use of garden machinery for lawn mowing, strimming, hedge cutting, and flower border care.

What you’ll need

The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and as part of the wider hotel team, in the maintenance and development of the gardens and grounds.

You should have RHS Level 2 or equivalent, with previous experience in a similar role, good plant knowledge, and skills in using and maintaining garden machinery.

What’s in it for you

At Eden Hotel Collection, we pride ourselves on our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition, with industry awards won in 2023 and 2024. You’ll be joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success.

Benefits include:

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, paid on the second pay date each month.
• Discounts & Perks: Savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
• Wellbeing Center: Access to recipes, fitness videos, and financial tools.
• Health & Wellness Plans: Dental, vision, alternative care, and 24/7 GP access.
• Sustainable Commuting: Cycle-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing options.
• Exclusive EHC Perks: Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, and leisure at our properties.
• The Happy Hub: Recognition platform for rewards, peer-to-peer cards, and vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: Support for financial, mental, and physical health via teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Communications: Stay updated through Eden Engage.
• Grow with Eden: Apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return-to-work support.
• Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform, and footwear allowance.

A Culture of Collaboration and Care

We foster an inclusive workplace where your voice matters and real change happens:

• Your Voice Matters: Regular surveys valuing your input.
• Real Action: “You said, we did”—we listen and respond.
• Sustainability Focus: Employee champions at each hotel and HQ.

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team. We welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, including underrepresented groups, parents, and those living with disabilities. Join us to work for a values-led, award-winning employer.