SCHLOSS GARDENER

Are you passionate about garden and landscape maintenance? Do you love working outdoors and helping historical grounds thrive? If so, we warmly invite you to join our team at Hotel Schloss Leopoldskron in Salzburg, Austria, as a Castle Gardener!

WHO WE ARE

At Hotel Schloss Leopoldskron, we're more than just a hotel - we're a social enterprise operated by the NGO Salzburg Global Seminar. Our mission is to challenge current and future leaders to shape a better world by reducing social and economic inequality, promoting racial and gender equity, supporting good governance, and protecting our climate to ensure the sustainability of human societies.

WHAT WE OFFER

We are proud to offer our employees a range of benefits, including:

• Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including support with German language courses
• Complimentary daily staff lunch/ dinner so you can focus on what you do best without worrying about food
• Free on-site parking to make your commute stress-free
• Relocation support for candidates outside of Salzburg
• Special rates for Hotel Schloss Leopoldskron and discounts for local tourist attractions
• A competitive starting salary from €2,500 gross monthly (variable based on qualifications and experience) paid 14 times per year, plus bonus payments based on company performance

At Hotel Schloss Leopoldskron, we believe that our team is our most valuable asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters personal and professional growth. As Schloss Gardener, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a diverse and dynamic team, where your contributions will be valued and celebrated.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Maintaining the historic gardens and grounds of Schloss Leopoldskron
• Keeping lawns, flower beds, trees, and shrubs in top condition
• Planning and executing seasonal planting and landscaping projects
• Ensuring cleanliness and order in the outdoor areas
• Monitoring plant and tree care, including pest and disease management
• Collaborating with the maintenance and events teams to enhance the guest experience
• Working independently and reliably

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

You are/you have:

• Completed vocational training in horticulture or relevant work experience
• Knowledge of garden maintenance, landscaping, and plant care
• Passion for nature, creativity, and sustainability
• Strong sense of responsibility, punctuality, and reliability
• Team-oriented with plenty of initiative
• German or English language skills

At Salzburg Global Seminar, we are committed to providing a warm and inclusive environment for all our hotel guests, visitors, and program participants. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to be an exemplary international institution in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion of our workforce. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds (including communities of color, the LGBT* community and people with disabilities) to apply and join us in our work.