We are recruiting a Gardener to join the team at the Thurlestone Hotel.
Live in accommodation is available in our fully refurbished staff accommodation just a 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel.
Thurlestone Hotel & Spa is a luxury, family-owned, 4-star 65-bedroom hotel situated on the spectacular South Devon coast. The hotel includes the 2 AA Rosette Trevilder Restaurant, Voyage Spa, 9-hole golf course, The Village inn Pub as well as a range of sports facilities including tennis and a seasonal kids club.
Our mission statement is “we strive to exceed our guests’ expectations so they wish to return” and we know that we would not come close to achieving this without the wonderful people that work here.
Delivering the high-levels of hospitality and first-class service that guests have experienced here for over 120 years would not be possible without the right team so when recruiting we are looking for people with the right personality, attitude and passion to deliver an exceptional experience to all of our guests and support their colleagues at all times.
Key responsibilities
- Carry out general gardening tasks including weeding, planting, pruning, watering, grass cutting, and strimming.
- Support with seasonal planting and propagation under guidance from Head Gardener and Maintenance Manager.
- Assist in maintaining lawns, flower beds, borders, hedges, and trees.
- Keep paths, garden areas, and outdoor spaces clean, tidy, and safe.
- Operate and maintain gardening tools and equipment safely and correctly.
- Help with garden waste removal, composting, and recycling where required.
- Follow health and safety procedures at all times, including the safe use of tools and machinery.
- Work as part of the grounds team to complete daily and weekly maintenance schedules.
Employee Benefits
· Yearly Profit-Related Pay Bonus
· Tips
· Discounted Hotel Stay (our sister property and Pride of Britain hotels)
· Complimentary gym and spa usage
· Complimentary on-duty meals
· Complimentary parking
· Food & Beverage discounts
· Gift Voucher discounts
· Discounted Friends & Family rates
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Professional Development & Training
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
Work Location: In person