Grounds Person

About the Role

Join THE PIG-at Bridge Place, Canterbury as a Grounds Person to maintain the hotel's outdoor areas, supporting the Head Grounds Person in ensuring all grounds are well presented for guests. The role involves working 35 hours per week across five days, including weekends, at a rate of £12.71 per hour (£14.01 per hour with tronc included).

Responsibilities

The Grounds Person belongs to the grounds team, which handles lawns, trees, and formal border maintenance, collaborating closely with the kitchen garden team that manages productive garden areas. The grounds should maintain a natural, informal appearance without being overly designed. Daily interaction with guests is expected.

Requirements and Experience

Previous experience in a related groundskeeping role is preferred but not mandatory. Knowledge and maintenance ability of garden machinery such as petrol strimmers and mowers, along with PA1 & PA6 certification or experience, is advantageous.

Working Schedule and Compensation

This part-time position requires 35 hours over five days weekly, including weekends. Compensation is £12.71 per hour, with an OTE of £14.01 including tronc.

Employee Benefits

• Complimentary bed and breakfast staff stays
• 35% discount on food, beverages, and treatments
• Meals provided during duty
• Annual holiday entitlement increment, up to 33 days
• Opportunity to purchase goods at cost price
• Free access to on-demand GP, physiotherapy, and counselling services through Help@Hand for employees and their families
• Availability of various learning and development courses
• Anniversary gift vouchers for dinner with wine for two

Equal Opportunity Statement

Home Grown Hotels promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion, operating as an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the Equalities Act 2010, ensuring no discrimination based on protected characteristics.