Estate Maintenance Steward

Eden Hotel Collection; Teignbridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel group in Teignbridge is seeking a candidate to assist with maintaining the hotel's external areas to ensure a clean and welcoming environment for guests. You will engage in various outdoor tasks, including maintenance, cleaning, and repairs, and support the grounds team. Join a culture that values inclusivity and employee wellbeing, offering generous leave, health plans, and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Generous Time Off

Monthly Tips

Exclusive Discounts

Wellbeing Centre Access

Health & Wellness Plans

Sustainable Commuting Options

Discounted Stays and Treatments

Reward and Recognition Platform

Financial and Mental Wellbeing Support

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain external areas to a high standard.
• Experience in performing general maintenance tasks.
• Professional and approachable when interacting with guests.

Responsibilities

• Maintain external areas including paths, car parks, and gardens.
• Assist with cleaning, pressure washing, and minor repairs.
• Report maintenance issues and operate machinery safely.

Job description

**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 2025 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the Springboard Awards for Excellence**

**A flexible contract with hours tailored to fit around your other commitments. Details will be discussed during the interview stage**

What you’ll be doing?

You will assist in maintaining the external areas of the hotel and estate to the highest possible standard, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for guests and staff.

The role involves supporting the maintenance and grounds teams with a variety of outdoor tasks across the property.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain all external areas of the hotel, including paths, car parks, courtyards, gardens and guest approach routes.
• Carry out general maintenance tasks such as cleaning, pressure washing, painting and minor repairs.
• Ensure outdoor furniture, lighting, signage and equipment are clean, safe and in good working order.
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as gritting and snow clearance during winter.
• Report any maintenance issues, hazards, or safety concerns promptly to the Estates Manager.
• Operate machinery and tools safely and in accordance with training and site policies.
• Maintain a professional and approachable manner when interacting with guests or colleagues.

What’s in it for you?

At Eden Hotel Collection, we’re proud of our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition (with industry award wins in both 2024 and 2025!)—which means you’re joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success every step of the way.

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on second paydate in the month.
• Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
• Wellbeing Centre: Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos, and financial planning 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: Our reward and recognition platform where you can send peer-to-peer cards, earn monetary rewards, be celebrated as Employee of the Month, and receive long-service vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: We’re here to support your financial, mental, and physical wellbeing both via our supportive teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Comm’s: Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest team news.
• Grow with Eden: Develop with us through apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return-to-work financial support for life’s key moments.
• Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform provided and a footwear allowance.

A Culture of Collaboration and Care

We work together to create a truly inclusive workplace, where your voice matters, and real change happens:

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

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, and our team is always at the heart of what we do, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team.

Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we encourage applications from all communities, including underrepresented groups, parents, people living with disabilities, and those bringing diverse perspectives. Join us to experience what it means to work for a values-led, award-winning employer.

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