We are looking for a highly professional Assistant Gardener to join our Maintenance and Grounds team for the very exciting opening of The Alfriston located in East Sussex, which dates back to the 14th century and is the fourth property in the growing Signet Collection.
The newly refurbished Hotel has 38 beautifully redesigned bedrooms and suites, a stunning function room, The 1554 Brasserie, offering views over the front lawn towards the sea and revamped herb and vegetable plots across the hotel gardens. The hotel bar offers more casual dining for guests both in and outdoors, while the Orangery serves breakfast and afternoon tea with views over the rear gardens and the Signet spa includes a steam room, sauna, outdoor swimming pool and three treatment rooms.
We can offer you:
* An amazing opportunity of joining and being part of a very exciting adventure.
* An excellent starting salary or hourly rate, plus generous tronc to top up your monthly earnings.
* Access personalised training, buddy programmes, clear career paths and genuine opportunities for your development.
* Discounted rates across our restaurants and hotels for you, family and friends to enjoy.
* Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay before pay date, and save directly from your salary.
* Good holiday package + birthday off (including Bank Holidays).
* Team recognition programme to celebrate your achievements.
* Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent - earn up to £1000.
* Flexible scheduling without split shifts.
* Complimentary team meals on shift.
* Long Service Awards - dinners for two with all the trimmings, complimentary room stays with breakfast and dinner, theatre tickets to the West End, and so much more.
* Industry supplier trips and visits, as well as access to masterclasses and workshops.
* Flexibility to move across our Group, as you develop with us.
* Access to apprenticeships and accredited qualifications up to Level 3.
You will:
* Assist the Maintenance Manager's work in the day - to - day operations.
* Work in partnership with the wider hotel team.
* Identify areas for improvement
* Inspect hotel grounds regularly to ensure it meets standards
* Look after the lawn, plants, outside furniture and buildings in accordance to the Maintenance Manager's instructions.
* Be aware of Health and Safety requirements noting that all duties must be carried out to comply with current Health & Safety at Work legislation
* Ensure all equipment, machinery and buildings are secure and kept in a clean, working condition.
* Work as one team and support Directors and Managers in carrying out tasks that might fall outside of your day to day remit, to support delivery and guest experience
* Represent Signet Hotels, in and outside of the working environment, to the highest standards; considering personal dress, appearance, behaviour and communication
* Execute the highest level of professionalism and customer service when dealing with internal and external visitors and guests
At Signet Collection, we believe that our appearance reflects the luxury and elegance our guests expect when they stay with us. As you consider joining our team, we want to remind you of the importance of presenting yourself in a way that reflects our style of hospitality; warm, charming, and polished.
So, if you are dedicated to making each and every guest experience unequivocally brilliant, and have what it takes, we would love to meet you!