Gardener

The Signet Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days' holiday + birthday off

Wagestream access

Free team meals on shift

Discounted rates across restaurants/h0

Training and development opportunities

Referral bonus up to £300

Apprenticeships up to Level 4

Long service awards

Masterclasses and workshops

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

The Signet Group at The Barnsdale, Rutland, is seeking a skilled Gardener with energy and a passion for the outdoors to join our Gardens and Maintenance team.

You will lead a small team, care for plants, operate garden machinery, and contribute to a high-quality guest experience at our 46-bedroom hotel near Oakham. The role offers development, flexible scheduling, and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Have a professional and outgoing approach to all our hotel's exteriors
• Be capable of leading a small team and delegating tasks
• Have a passion for plants, horticulture and plant maintenance
• Understand garden machinery and be proficient in operating it

Responsibilities

• Have a professional and outgoing approach to all our hotel's exteriors, whilst attending internal team meetings as required
• Be comfortable leading a small team and delegating - this may include Assistant Gardeners, or Maintenance Assistants
• Have a passion for plants, horticulture and understand plant care, pruning and maintenance
• Have a broad understanding of garden machinery, with some proficiency in operating
• Be a team player, willing to learn and get involved with a wide range of tasks
• Be motivated with a positive 'can do' attitude
• Have between 1-2 years' of gardening experience across hotels, or private residences

Skills

Gardening

Team leadership

Plant care

Machinery operation

Team player

Flexible attitude

Tools

Lawn mower

Pruning tools

Hand tools

Job description

We are looking for a highly knowledgeable Gardener with bags of energy, a passion for the outdoors and the desire to be the best, to join our Gardens and Maintenance team at The Barnsdale, Rutland.

Our 46-bedroom hotel overlooks the beautiful Rutland landscape with a picturesque courtyard, with a kitchen brigade providing fine dining using many ingredients sourced from the wealth of fine produce found in the locality. Encircled by idyllic surroundings on the north shore of Rutland Water, the hotel is a tranquil rural haven, close to the charming market towns of Oakham and Uppingham.

We can offer you:

• An amazing opportunity of joining and being part of a very exciting adventure.
• An excellent starting salary or hourly rate, plus generous tronc to top up your monthly earnings.
• Access personalised training, buddy programmes, clear career paths and genuine opportunities for your development.
• Discounted rates across our restaurants and hotels for you, family and friends to enjoy.
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay before pay date, and save directly from your salary.
• 28 days' holiday + birthday off (including Bank Holidays).
• Team recognition programme to celebrate your achievements.
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent - earn up to £300.
• Flexible scheduling without split shifts.
• Complimentary team meals on shift.
• Long Service Awards - lunches for two with all the trimmings, complimentary room stays with breakfast and dinner, Lion King tickets to the West End, and so much more.
• Industry supplier trips and visits, as well as access to masterclasses and workshops.
• Flexibility to move across our Group, as you develop with us.
• Access to apprenticeships and accredited qualifications up to Level 4.

You will:

• Have a professional and outgoing approach to all our hotel's exteriors, whilst attending internal team meetings as and when required.
• Be comfortable leading a small team and delegating - this may include Assistant Gardeners, or Maintenance Assistants.
• Have a passion for plants, horticulture and understand plant care, pruning and maintenance.
• Have a broad understanding of garden machinery, with some proficiency in operating.
• Be a team player, willing to learn and get involved with a wide range of tasks.
• Be motivated with a positive 'can do' attitude.
• Have between 1-2 years' of gardening experience across hotels, or private residences.

Compensation: Competitive salary