We are looking for a Seasonal Gardener to join us at our pub The Akeman Inn in Kingswood. This is a fixed term contract projected to last for 8 months.

What's in it for you?

£28,000 Pro Rata based on full time equivalent
Accrue holiday days as you work
Up to 50% off meals taken off duty for you and up to 6 guests
33% off our hotel accommodation
Access to our Award-winning training program
Wage streaming service allowing access to your pay when it suits you
Salary Extras Portal - Access to Cycle2Work scheme and fantastic discounts for everyday shopping at brands such as Asda, Aldi, B&Q, H&M, Clarks & Tesco
Service Awards
Refer a friend and Chef recruitment incentives of up to £1000
A Birthday Gift
An invitation to our annual festival!

What does it entail:

The development of a kitchen garden to produce fresh produce for The Akeman Inn. The role will involve growing a variety of food crops from seed through to harvesting the produce for the kitchen.
As the kitchen garden develops there will be engagement with visitors, visits by schools and interested community groups.
The role could also include supporting the mobile garden maintenance teams with large jobs and at times of leave.
Maintenance of the kitchen and venue gardens and outdoor spaces to a high standard.
A range of practical horticultural tasks such as growing vegetables, grass cutting, hedge cutting, replacing plants, controlling weeds and many other duties to support the venue General Managers to maintain their venues to the highest standards.
Attention to detail, a positive can-do attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to learn are the key attributes we are looking for.
Nationally recognised training will be provided as needed to operate common garden machinery.
Working to shift patterns which will include working one day at the weekend

What skills will you have:

The successful candidate will love working outdoors and have a keen eye for detail and drive to achieve excellent results.
To have an enthusiastic attitude, be friendly and welcoming to the guests who are enjoying the Kitchen Garden and our outdoors drinking and dining areas.
A full driving licence would be advantageous but not essential.
Horticultural or garden maintenance experience would be desirable but is not essential as we will provide on the job training.

If this sounds like you, then please apply today

* All salaries and hourly rates are in line with National Minimum Wage.

Oakman Group

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