Job Introduction
In a Nutshell
To maintain and evolve the Kitchen garden here at Lainston House, planting and growing suitable produce that can be used in the Kitchens at the Hotel
Role Responsibility
Lots to do, but lots of fun
- To carry out maintenance of the Kitchen Garden to a 5 star standard.
- To interact with guests and discuss the gardens progress and what is actively growing each month.
- To expand and grow the garden each year to match the development of the gardens at our other properties
- To work closely with the Executive chef to create produce in the Kitchen Garden that can be used in the Kitchens
- To help evolve the field to fork concept
- To perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with established company policies and procedures.
- To work as part of a team to constantly evaluate and improve the experience of our guests.
- To ensure all opportunities to generate revenue for the hotel are maximised .
- To ensure the productivity of the kitchen garden, which reduces cost to the hotel.
- Complies with The Exclusive Collection policies and procedures .
- Participation in gardens meetings held at property.
The Ideal Candidate
Are you right for us?
- Friendly disposition and customer service experience
- 2-3 years experience in Kitchen Gardens/ Gardens
- Tractor/lawn mowing equipment experience
- Previous experience of gardening with a genuine interest or desire to progress in horticulture
- Ability to work both as part of a team or unsupervised
- Experience of handling gardening machinery and the required certificates of competence. (Chainsaw/spraying certificates)
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility
- Physical fitness and stamina
Package Description
And now for the good stuff
Hospitality is all about looking after people and we are committed to our people. We work hard to ensure you can enjoy your job and are well rewarded. As well as excellent training, development and progression opportunities, other benefits include:
- Competitive salary
- Complimentary car parking
- Perkz discount scheme
- Discounted room nights across all Exclusive properties
- Discounts on food and beverage across all Exclusive properties
About the Company
Are we right for you?
We expect a lot but we’ll give a lot to get the right people. There are 4 main things we look for
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We want people with bags of character. We don’t want you to hide your personality when you’re at work, we want you to feel comfortable, to be who you are.
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We want people people. You’ve got to like being around others, smiling and chatting because you like people, not because someone told you to smile and chat.
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We need extra milers. So if you think the job description is all you have to do, then we’re not for you.
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You have to put your heart into it. When you tell a guest you’re happy to help, you have to mean it.