Head Gardener

Champneys Tring

Contract: Part Time
Salary: £35,000 per annum, plus gratuities

4 days out of 7.

07:00-16:30

As a vital member of the Grounds team, you will be responsible for maintaining a tidy and attractive standard of appearance of all areas of the estate; including the grassland and woodland, the drives, paths and car parks, and the formal gardens and patios, thereby creating a beautiful environment for the benefit and enjoyment of Champneys’ guests.

At Champneys we pride ourselves on the environment that we create. As soon as our guests turn in to our properties, we embrace every opportunity to appeal to their senses. First impressions matter which is why our hardworking grounds team are passionate about providing the “wow factor” to guests as soon as they arrive at our beautiful properties.

As a Head Gardener you will be responsible for;

• Keeping on top of and improving the appearance of the whole estate by organising regular maintenance schedules for the gardening staff, ensuring that the estate is safe, secure and well maintained at all times.
• Managing any landscape redevelopment projects as necessary to further enhance the grounds.
• Ensuring the maintenance of the grassed areas, shrub/perennial borders and ensure the completion of all general horticulture duties throughout the grounds by the Estates team.
• Organising and managing the disposal of all refuse and waste from Champneys on a daily basis.
• In extreme weather conditions ensuring that the driveways are gritted and kept clear and passable for traffic at all times
• Ensuring the completion of administration and office work required, including any relevant paperwork and documentation necessary for the effective management of the department.
• Recruiting, training, and taking responsibility for the day to day management of the gardening staff throughout the entire employee lifecycle.
• Carrying out annual appraisals for the gardening and estates staff and continually motivate, support and inspire the entire team in their daily work.
• Recommending new projects, ideas and initiatives for approval by the Resort General Manager.
• Making guests aware of the natural beauty of the estate and conduct a guided tour of the gardens as required.

Benefits

Being the iconic wellbeing brand that we are you should expect benefits that match our simple vision; to make you feel happier and healthier inside and out.

Not only will you work in great company you will also have access to the following:

• Health, Wellness and Wellbeing incentives
• Champneys experiences (such an overnight stay or an ultimate spa day experience)
• App technology for all our essential forms
• In house social media connecting our Champneys Family
• Motivating, rewarding and engaging colleague events
• Discounted stays for you, your friends and family at any of our Hotels or Resorts
• Complimentary Spa Day on completion of your probationary period
• 50% discount on all Champneys products
• Great discounts on our partner products Elemis and Clarins
• Discounted membership to our exceptional health clubs
• Merlin Entertainments Attraction
• Introduce a friend incentive
• Long Service celebrations
• Free parking
• Professional Uniform