Seasonal Gardener

About Us

The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is an AA 5 star, award-winning resort based in St Andrews which prides itself on the highest levels of guest care.

We are an independently owned resort, forming part of Kohler Company, a leading global hospitality provider. To find out more about Kohler Co. please visit www.kohler.com

Why Join Our Team?

With a reputation as an employer of choice, we are committed to ensuring our associates are our number one priority. St Andrews is the home of golf and we are the home of great guest service. People are our passion and we believe each associate plays a vital role in providing memorable memories to our guests.

We are a forward-thinking employer committed to the Hoteliers Charter and developing our people, which is why we employ based on personality. We believe all skills can be taught! Throughout your career with us, you’ll have access to a wide range of different training opportunities providing routes to progress from within, allowing you to reach your full potential whilst supported by our committed leadership team.

We love celebrating our associate’s success and do so through our employee reward recognition schemes which encompass our ‘HOME’ ethos including Associate of the Month.

Whilst working for one of the most iconic hotels in Scotland, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, company pension scheme, free onsite car parking, meals whilst on duty, 24/7 access to our employee assistance line and FREE fitness access.

Our benefits don’t end there, in your spare time, we also offer free access to The Duke’s golf course and superb discounts in our restaurants and spa. Giving you the opportunity to enjoy the many luxuries Old Course Hotel has to offer and experience the 5* service for yourself.

When you are not on duty at the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, you have access to request to stay overnight at a discounted rate, where available.

A career at Old Course Hotel, what’s not to love?

*All benefits subject to availability

About the Role

A new opportunity for an experienced Gardener to join our Head Gardener and Team in maintaining and developing all gardens and landscapes across Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa and outlying sites.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Maintenance of lawns and gardens.

· To maintain the landscape areas and carry out daily work programs as devised and instructed by Head Gardener

· Prepare and maintain machinery and hand tools

· To ensure personal protective equipment and uniforms are maintained to the required standard.

· To follow the safe working practices implemented by senior team members ensuring the safety of all guests, staff and contractors.

About you

We’re looking for committed Gardener’s to support our team during our high season until October. You’ll be a friendly individual who enjoys working as part of a team but can also work independently, following daily work programs. Ideally, you will have your NC Horticulture or relevant working experience.

Salary

This is a casual contract working a flexible shift pattern until October, with a competitive hourly rate up to £11.77 per hour depending on experience. There will be an element of weekend working and unsociable hours to this contract.

Job Type: Zero hours contract

Salary: £10.17-£11.77 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person