Assistant Gardener / Grower

At Raithwaite Sandsend we are looking for an Assistant Gardener/Grower to support our Head Grower in producing seasonal organic produce for our Hotel Restaurant, Bar and Kitchen.

We have recently won a Hotel Catey award for ‘The Most Sustainable Hotel of the Year 2021’. We focus on sustainability throughout the hotel, with all the ingredients that we use having a story to tell.

The no-dig vegetable garden and recently planted forest garden are exciting new additions to our grounds and our sustainable systems. As our Assistant Gardener/Grower you will play an important role in realising our ‘harvest to plate’ approach.

Responsibilities:

• Support Head Grower with planting and harvesting schedule to cope with seasonal demands.
• Propagating and growing fruit, vegetables and herbs utilising regenerative and organic practices.
• Growing and harvesting produce to the quality standard needed for onsite restaurant.
• Supporting our local ecosystem within our environmental sustainability criteria.
• Ensure highest possible presentation of the Kitchen Garden to be enjoyed by our guests.
• Operating garden tools and equipment.
• Compliance with all relevant health and safety rules and legislation.
• Weekend cover will be required.

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for gardening, in particular growing vegetables and fruits, and a knowledge of effective organic growing techniques. Although experience within a similar role is preferred, it is not essential. A candidate with a keen interest in horticulture and vegetable growing may be considered as training can be provided. Guests will also be invited to enjoy our kitchen garden, so a friendly, sociable, professional disposition is essential.

Benefits of working at Raithwaite Sandsend:

• All roles receive equal proportion of tips - One hotel, one family, one team
• Employees get 50% discount at the hotel
• Referral Scheme, potential to earn £100 with every recommendation
• Additional annual leave rewarded for length of service
• Skilled on-site training
• Mentoring programmes to help new employees settle into the job
• Ambassador programme to help you achieve your potential

For an informal chat call Hayley Mcintyre - HR Officer, on 01947 894041 or send us through a copy of your CV today. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and if successful, will arrange an interview at the earliest opportunity. Apply today! Due to high volume of applications, if you do not hear back within 10 days, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. Travel to and from Raithwaite Sandsend is essential.