Gardener

Avisford Park Hotel; Yapton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friends & Family rate

Milestone anniversaries

Food & beverage discounts

Meals on duty

Hospitality rewards

Discounts (retail & dining)

EAP & GP access

Job summary

Avisford Park Hotel is seeking a Gardener to maintain its 60-acre grounds, including lawns and outdoor spaces, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for guests and visitors.

The role involves planting, pruning, weeding, watering and coordinating with facilities and housekeeping to uphold the historic grounds of the Grade II listed hotel.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in gardening, landscaping, or horticulture.
• Knowledge of plants, soil care, and pest control is essential.
• Experienced in operating garden machinery.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the hotel's gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas to a high standard.
• Plant, prune, weed, water and manage general plant health.
• Work with facilities and housekeeping to keep a welcoming environment.
• Operate garden machinery safely and efficiently.

Skills

Gardening

Landscaping

Machinery operation

Health & safety

Job description

Avisford Park Hotel is located within 60 acres of grounds with 140 bedrooms, 15 meeting rooms and a fully equipped gym and leisure club and golf course for guests to enjoy, something for everyone.

The Role of Gardener

We have an opportunity for a Gardener to join the team to keep the hotel grounds looking at their best as we continue our journey as custodians of a historic Grade II listed building.

The Gardener will work under the direction of the Maintenance Manager and will be responsible for working in partnership with the wider team to carry out gardening tasks such as hedge cutting, weeding, mowing and weeding.

The role of Gardener is an opportunity for a motivated individual who is passionate about being outdoors and making a difference and delivering a great service in terms of maintenance but also great customer service.

Job Overview:
As a Gardener, you will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the hotel's gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas. Your role will involve planting, pruning, weeding, watering, and ensuring the overall health and aesthetics of the hotel's green spaces. You will work closely with the facilities and housekeeping teams to maintain a welcoming and visually appealing environment for our guests.

Experience & Qualifications
• Previous experience in gardening, landscaping, or horticulture.
• Knowledge of plants, soil care, and pest control is essential.
• Experienced in operating garden machinery.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations.

• £60 BB per night for Friends and Family rate
• Celebration of milestone employment anniversaries
• 50% off Food & Beverage in our hotels
• Meals on duty provided
• Access to Hospitality Rewards
• Offerings from retail and dining discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme and same day on-line GP appointments