Gardener

Dorchester Collection; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality organization is looking for a full-time Gardener to maintain various garden areas, including a kitchen garden and a rose garden. The ideal candidate will have a passion for plants, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to engage with guests. Responsibilities include hedge cutting, planting, and maintaining the gardens, with opportunities for career progression and development in a five-star environment.

Benefits

Complimentary nights with breakfast

50% discount at selected restaurants

Employee Introductory Scheme

Team members awards and incentives

Pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Uniform laundered complimentary

Complimentary meals whilst on duty

Complimentary Internet access

Interest-free Season Ticket Loan

Occupational Health including subsidised massages

Complimentary Eye Test for VDU users

Qualifications

• Proven gardening or estate management experience.
• Understanding of plant care, pruning, and maintenance.
• Ability to work on a rotational weekend schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day running of various gardens.
• Perform physical gardening tasks like hedge cutting, pruning, and lawn maintenance.
• Interact with guests and provide information about gardens.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Experience with garden machinery

Passion for plants

Job description

Who we are

We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is after all our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family we will support your development by nurturing your personality creating a transparent culture of trust collaboration and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning tailored learning opportunities and our Academy programs you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience.

Treasured by guests. Cherished by employees. Celebrated worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA reflected by our core values of Passion Personality Respect Working Together and Creativity.

If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process such as adjustments to how you apply alternative formats of information or adjustments to the assessment process itself please email so that we can discuss how we can support you through the process. Please note that we will not be able to respond to individual enquires about update

Reference

2026-6048

Hotel

Coworth Park

Division & Department

Rooms - Grounds

Job Title

Gardener

Contract Type

Permanent

Status

Full time

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a full time Gardener

We are looking for a positive and enthusiastic gardener to join our existing team to assist in the day-to-day running of the gardens which include: new kitchen garden terraces rose garden sunken garden cottage garden croquet lawn lake woodland lawns and wild flower meadow as well as small private gardens around the hotel & polo centre.

What youll get

• Complimentary nights with breakfast within Dorchester Collection
• 50% F&B discount at selected restaurants within the Collection
• Very generous Employee Introductory Scheme offered
• Team members awards and incentives schemes
• Contributory pension scheme entitlement from date of commencement
• Life assurance cover for all team members
• Uniform laundered complimentary
• Complimentary meals whilst on duty at our team members restaurants
• Complimentary Internet at allocated computers in team areas
• Interest free Season Ticket Loan
• Occupational Health including subsidised massage treatments and health clinics
• Complimentary Eye Test for VDU users

What youll do

Physical gardening such as hedge cutting and lawn maintenance as well as pruning planting and bed/border maintenance. You should be willing to carry out a range of other gardening tasks as they arise.

The role will involve weekend working on a rotational basis and you may be required to work some longer days during the summer period with more time off in the winter.

This is an exciting opportunity offering development and project work with career progression and the prospect to further your qualifications.

What youll bring

Attention to detail a positive attitude and excellent communication skills are vital as you may be approached by our guests asking questions about our gardens. You will be well presented at all times ensuring your appearance is in keeping with the five star hotel environment.

The ideal person will have provengardening or estate management experience. You must have a passion for plants and understand plant care pruning and maintenance. Experience with garden machinery would be ideal as this can be a physical job.

Job Location

United Kingdom

Location

Blacknest Rd Sunningdale SL5 7SEAscot

Key Skills Hospitality Management,Bakery & Pastry,Construction Equipment,Environment Health And Safety,Arbitration

Employment Type Full-Time

Experience years

Vacancy 1