Job Ref: CUI1199
Branch: The Flodigarry Hotel
Location: The Flodigarry Hotel, Portree
Salary/Benefits: £34k per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 03/07/2026
Closing date: 03/08/2026
Join Our Luxury Hotel Group Isle of Skye - Accommodation Available
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Gardener to lead the care, maintenance, and continued development of the gardens and grounds across our prestigious luxury hotel estate.
This is an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable horticultural professional to take ownership of stunning landscaped gardens, productive growing spaces, and estate grounds, ensuring they consistently reflect the exceptional standards our guests expect. Working across several properties within our hotel group, you will lead and inspire a team of gardeners while helping to create beautiful outdoor spaces that enhance the guest experience throughout the year.
- Lead the maintenance and presentation of gardens, grounds, and landscaped areas across multiple luxury hotel properties.
- Oversee the management of the walled garden, polytunnels, kitchen gardens, orchards, and ornamental planting.
- Plan and deliver seasonal planting schemes to ensure exceptional year-round displays.
- Manage, motivate, train, and develop a team of gardeners, setting priorities and maintaining the highest standards.
- Produce high-quality fruit, vegetables, herbs, and cut flowers for use within the hotel’s restaurants, bars, and events where appropriate.
- Develop sustainable gardening practices, biodiversity initiatives, and environmentally responsible estate management.
- Monitor plant health, implementing effective pest and disease control programmes.
- Maintain lawns, borders, hedges, trees, water features, pathways, and outdoor guest spaces to an impeccable standard.
- Oversee the maintenance and safe operation of horticultural machinery, vehicles, irrigation systems, and equipment.
- Manage budgets, procurement, stock control, and supplier relationships.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and industry best practice.
- Work collaboratively with Managing Director and Executive Chef, and the wider leadership team to support guest experiences, and estate development projects.
You are an experienced horticultural professional with a genuine passion for creating exceptional gardens and outdoor spaces. You enjoy leading teams, developing people, and taking pride in delivering consistently outstanding standards.
You will have:
- Proven experience in a Head Gardener or Senior Gardener role.
- Experience managing formal gardens, estate grounds, walled gardens, and productive growing areas.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent horticultural knowledge, including seasonal planting, pruning, propagation, and plant health.
- Experience managing budgets and planning horticultural projects.
- A proactive, organised, and hands-on approach.
- A full UK driving licence and the flexibility to travel between our properties.
- RHS, NVQ, or equivalent horticultural qualification.
- PA1/PA6 certificates or other relevant horticultural qualifications.
- Chainsaw and other land-based machinery certifications.
- Accommodation avialble
- Competitive salary.
- Company pension.
- Staff discounts across all hotels, restaurants, spas, and leisure facilities within the group.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Uniform provided.
- Free on-site parking.
- The opportunity to work within one of the region’s leading luxury hospitality groups, helping to shape and maintain some of the area’s most beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces.
If you have the experience, leadership skills, and passion to create exceptional landscapes that leave a lasting impression on our guests, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Nestled on the rugged coastline of the Isle of Skye, the Flodigarry Hotel offers an enchanting escape for guests and an inspiring workplace for team members. With breathtaking views of the Scottish Highlands, this historic hotel combines classic charm with modern comforts, creating an unforgettable experience for all who visit. The Flodigarry Hotel is more than just a place to stay; it's a place to immerse in Skye’s rich culture and natural beauty, to create unique memories, and to deliver outstanding service.
As part of the Flodigarry Hotel team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a one-of-a-kind setting, surrounded by scenic landscapes and inspiring history. Whether you’re interested in front-of-house roles, culinary positions, or guest services, you'll be joining a dedicated team that values excellence, hospitality, and a passion for the local culture. We’re looking for team members who are eager to deliver warm, memorable experiences to every guest and who are committed to personal growth within a supportive and collaborative environment.
If you're enthusiastic about delivering exceptional service, eager to work in a unique and beautiful location, and passionate about hospitality, we invite you to join us at the Flodigarry Hotel on the Isle of Skye.
