Super Gardener/All-rounder role working on a beautiful working farm near Woking, Surrey. Separate 1 bedroom cottage with garden provided as staff accommodation with utilities covered.
Job Summary
A busy family are looking for a friendly, experienced and proactive Gardener/all-rounder to join them on their country farm in Surrey. You will be required to work Thursday to Monday working up to 50 hours per week. This is a relaxed yet semi-formal household that requires a switched-on individual who is organised and manages their time efficiently. A love of dogs is essential as pet care is part of the role.
Duties
- Gardening for a large garden, including the use of a ride on lawnmower
- Care of courtyards and surrounding areas to the main house
- Interior and exterior maintenance
- Chauffeuring duties/airport runs
- Care of the family vehicles, to include cleaning and servicing schedules
- Pet sitting when the family travel
- Security of the property
- Helping at parties and with any heavier work
- Running local errands
Candidate Requirements
- Must be a responsible Gardener with previous experience in a similar role and excellent
- Highly skilled with machines, proficient in DIY, experienced with ride-on lawnmowers and large garden maintenance
- Must be helpful, organised and possess a strong work ethic, with excellent communication skills
- Confident driver with clean driving license
- Non-smoker
- Must be dog-friendly and willing to care for pets
- The family requires 5 years of contactable references and clear DBS check
Accommodation
- You will be provided with a lovely 1-bedroom cottage (furnished/unfurnished) which is separate from the main house.
- The accommodation includes a private garden, large garage and parking
- Partners and pets considered
- Utilities covered
Salary negotiable around: £30k/£35k gross per annum
Working Days & hours: Five days including weekends (days off: Tuesday & Wednesday), 47.5 per week (lunch break: 30 mins per day)
Interviewing now to start asap
