Dual-Site Head Gardener

Dual Site Head Gardener– Slaughters Country Inn & The Slaughters Manor House

Location:

Lower Slaughter , Gloucestershire, GL54 2HS

Salary: £33,437.45 + excellent colleague benefits

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | 5 days out of 7

Come and join our Team...

We are currently seeking a knowledgeable, passionate and hands‑on Dual Site Head Gardener to take pride in the gardens and outdoor spaces at The Slaughters Country Inn and The Slaughters Manor House, two beautiful properties set in the heart of the Cotswolds.

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. Working across both properties, you will have the opportunity to shape and maintain a variety of beautiful outdoor spaces, ensuring they reflect the character, charm and high standards of each hotel.

The Slaughters Country Inn offers a warm and authentic Cotswolds experience, combining welcoming hospitality, generous food and a stunning countryside setting. Situated alongside the picturesque River Eye in Lower Slaughter, the Inn features charming hotel rooms and cottages, a popular 2 AA Rosette restaurant and bar, a spacious outdoor terrace and a seasonal Field Kitchen. Its gardens and outdoor areas play an important role in creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests enjoying everything from relaxed countryside breaks to special celebrations and intimate weddings.

Alongside this, The Slaughters Manor House offers its own distinctive setting, providing the opportunity to care for and enhance the grounds of another beautiful Cotswolds property. Across both sites, you will help create attractive, well‑maintained outdoor spaces that complement each hotel's individual character and enhance the overall guest experience.

As Dual Site Head Gardener, you will take ownership of the day‑to‑day care and development of the gardens, balancing hands‑on horticultural work with planning, organisation and the setting of high standards across both properties. You will bring enthusiasm, horticultural knowledge and a keen eye for detail, taking pride in everything from seasonal planting and lawn care to the ongoing maintenance and improvement of the grounds.

If you are an experienced gardener who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in creating beautiful spaces and is ready to grow into a role with greater responsibility, this could be the perfect opportunity. Join Hand Picked Hotels and play a key role in maintaining the beauty and individuality of two exceptional Cotswolds properties.

This is a full‑time role working 5 days out of 7, 48 hours per week, which may vary depending on business.

• A competitive salary of £33,437.45 plus a share of service charge.
• A welcoming, inclusive culture where long‑term friendships and diversity are celebrated.
• Ongoing career development with in‑house and external training, including apprenticeships and industry‑recognised courses.
• 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays.
• Uniform and meals on shift provided.
• Free onsite parking (where applicable).
• Access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company pension.
• Online retail discount platform offering thousands of savings with high street retailers and restaurants as well as a health and well‑being platform.
• Discounted stays in our hotels and on food, drink, spa treatments & products.
• Colleague of the Month awards, which leads to our annual awards ceremony.
• Regular team gatherings and appreciation events.

• 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…