Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic Gardener to join our team at Bethel Resort and Suites to maintain and enhance the beauty of our hotel grounds throughout the season. This is a Full Time Seasonal position located in Bethel, ME. This role is responsible for the care, upkeep, and overall appearance of all landscaping, gardens, and outdoor plantings to ensure an exceptional first impression for our guests.
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic Gardener to join our team at Bethel Resort and Suites to maintain and enhance the beauty of our hotel grounds throughout the season. This is a Full Time Seasonal position located in Bethel, ME. This role is responsible for the care, upkeep, and overall appearance of all landscaping, gardens, and outdoor plantings to ensure an exceptional first impression for our guests.
Work Performed
We believe our grounds are part of the guest experience. If you enjoy creating beautiful outdoor spaces and want to be part of a hospitality team that values pride in presentation.
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Guest Experience: Provide warm, attentive, and personalized service to all guests
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Plant, water, fertilize, and maintain flowers, shrubs, trees, and seasonal plantings
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Perform regular weeding, pruning, deadheading, and mulching
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Monitor plant health and identify signs of disease, pests, or nutrient deficiencies
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Replace damaged or declining plants as needed
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Maintain clean, neat, and attractive flower beds and landscaped areas
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Edge walkways and garden beds
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Assist with seasonal planting and changeovers
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Maintain outdoor planters and hanging baskets
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Prepare gardens and grounds for spring opening
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Support fall cleanup and winterization of plantings
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Recommend seasonal enhancements to improve curb appeal
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Ensure outdoor areas are guest-ready at all times
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Safely operate landscaping tools and equipment
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Maintain organized storage of tools and supplies
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Communicate with management regarding landscaping needs or improvements
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Perform other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management
Requirements
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Previous gardening or landscaping experience preferred
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Knowledge of plant care, seasonal planting, and basic horticulture practices
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Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
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Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
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Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards
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Flexible schedule, including weekends as needed
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High school education or equivalent experience
- Lifting up to 50 lbs. limited/Pushing up to 50 lbs
- Must be able to work independently
- Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays Must be able to work onsite at the hotel location
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Hours required: Full Time 32-36 hours per week for AM shifts
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Proficiency in the English language
Additional Preferred Skills/Qualities
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Second language is a plus, preferably Spanish or French
Compensation
$18.00 Hourly
Benefits
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Earned paid time off
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Employer-contribution medical/dental/vision insurance
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Optional life insurance
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Short term/Long term disability
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Optional 401k with employer match
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Employee discounts at participating hotels
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Option to sign up for on-demand pay with DailyPay
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Refer a friend – get paid extra when they join our team!
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Bonuses for name recognition and guest score
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Opportunities to grow – one of the fastest-growing hotel companies
How To Apply
Apply HERE. Applications submitted by any other channel will not be considered.
About The Bethel Resort and Suites
The Bethel Resort and Suites is a classic New England hotel located in downtown Bethel, ME off the Bethel Commons. In addition to the hotel, the team runs events, a golf course, onsite pool, tennis courts, a cross-country ski outfit, and onsite Hotel.
About Giri Hotels
Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Giri Hotels owns and operates more than 50 hotels in New England.
We are a growing company that embraces change, maintains a service mindset, and prioritizes the 'big rocks' - our most impactful tasks and projects. At our core, Giri Hotels is a hospitality company, and all members of our team share a sense of cooperation and respect with our guests and one another.
You are right for the team if you are:
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Happy – nice to be around and friendly
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Humble – willing to learn
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Helpful – team player, always willing to pitch in, looking for ways to be productive
Giri Hotel Management has been recognized for its growth in the hospitality industry. We are proud to have achieved #23 on the Top Owners & Developers list and #55 on the Top Management Companies list in Hotel Business's annual rankings. These rankings, based on the annual revenues and number of rooms and properties managed, demonstrate our company's continuing expansion and growth.
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Giri Hotels provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
