Head Gardener – Stanbrook Abbey Hotel
Location: Callow End, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR2 4TY
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + excellent colleague benefits
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | 5 days out of 7 | 40 Hours per week
Come and join our Team...
We are currently seeking a knowledgeable, passionate and hands-on Head Gardener to take pride in the gardens and outdoor spaces at Stanbrook Abbey Hotel, a stunning and distinctive country house hotel set within beautiful grounds in the Worcestershire countryside.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Gardener looking for a new challenge, or a Senior Gardener ready to take the next step in their career and develop their leadership skills. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of the hotel's gardens and grounds, shaping and maintaining these beautiful outdoor spaces to complement the character, history and unique surroundings of this exceptional property.
Stanbrook Abbey is a truly special hotel, housed within a magnificent former monastery dating back to the 19th century. Combining striking architecture, rich heritage and contemporary luxury, the hotel offers guests a unique and memorable experience. Set within picturesque grounds, with landscaped gardens, mature trees and peaceful outdoor spaces, the hotel provides a wonderful setting for guests to relax, explore and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
As Head Gardener, you will take ownership of the planning, development and ongoing care of the hotel's gardens and grounds, combining hands-on horticultural expertise with a forward-thinking approach to garden management. You will play a key role in shaping the look and feel of the grounds throughout the seasons, bringing fresh ideas, thoughtful planning and a keen eye for detail to create beautiful, distinctive outdoor spaces that complement the hotel's historic character.
With a passion for horticulture and a commitment to high standards, you will look beyond day-to-day maintenance, continually seeking opportunities to enhance, improve and evolve the gardens. You will take pride in creating an attractive and welcoming environment for guests, while ensuring the grounds are maintained to the highest possible standards throughout the year.
What's in it for you?
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A competitive salary discussed at interview stage plus a share of service charge.
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A welcoming, inclusive culture where long-term friendships and diversity are celebrated.
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Ongoing career development with in-house and external training, including apprenticeships and industry-recognised courses.
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28 days holiday per year including bank holidays.
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Uniform and meals on shift provided.
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Free onsite parking (where applicable).
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Access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
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Company pension.
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Online retail discount platform offering thousands of savings with high street retailers and restaurants as well as a health and well-being platform.
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Discounted stays in our hotels and on food, drink, spa treatments & products.
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Colleague of the Month awards, which leads to our annual awards ceremony.
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Regular team gatherings and appreciation events.
Are you Hand Picked?
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We are looking for proactive and enthusiastic candidates that have a willing attitude and a welcoming and friendly nature. We thrive on excelling together to ensure as a team we deliver service, excellence and consistency, fostering a culture of collaboration, partnership & teamwork.
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You will have passion and pride in delivering exceptional, high-quality, personalised service to ensure our guests' experiences are memorable.
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This is a hands-on position, requiring a proactive approach, a keen eye for detail and pride in maintaining beautiful, well-presented gardens and grounds.
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You will have a genuine passion for horticulture, with the ability to plan, organise and manage the ongoing development of the gardens throughout the changing seasons.
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Previous experience in a similar gardening or horticultural role, ideally within a hotel, estate or heritage property, would be advantageous.
Who we are…
Hand Picked Hotels was founded in 2001 by owner and Chairman, Julia Hands MBE, and today still remains a family-owned group which has 24 unique luxury country houses and coastal retreats, each hand picked for their individuality. Architecturally distinctive and quintessentially British, every hotel boasts an extraordinary location from Scotland to the Channel Islands, offering breathtaking views from vast countryside to expansive beaches, to lush woodlands.
Dedicated to creating unique and enchanting stays, curated personalised service runs through the heart of every hotel. Whilst each hotel is individual, each property fulfils the company values of family, individuality, community and care, with a team commitment to aiming higher and delighting our guests with magical experiences that offer a true escape from the every day.
Hand Picked Hotels are committed to protecting the environment for a sustainable future, and all of our hotels have received the ‘Green Tourism’ accreditation. A recognition of our progress in reducing energy use and waste, supporting biodiversity, and sourcing responsibly from local and ethical partners.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Gardener looking to work in a luxury hotel and take the next step in your career, apply now.
Hand Picked Hotels is an Equal Opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.