Culinary Gardener

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JOB SUMMARY

Curate the Rancho Valencia Culinary Garden experience to include organic vegetable gardens, olive and fruit trees, chicken

coop and bee hives. Ensure a naturally curated appearance by participating in or coordinating cleaning, replacing or making

repairs. Coordinate and participate in the growing and planting of new flowers, plants and organic vegetables. Coordinate

and participate in watering, weeding, trimming, and pruning. Host, coordinate and assist with tours, education and

culinary/horticultural guest experiences. Work in tandem with the Culinary and Beverage programs to ensure seamless

display and abundant production of seasonal produce with an emphasis on architecture and palette. Carry out when required

in Sommelier duties in the Outlets as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Planting and growing of organic vegetables.

2. Planning and coordinating planting cycles and timetables.

3. Maintain flower beds, baskets, and boxes by watering, removing weeds, trimming, and performing other maintenance.

4. Maintain trees by trimming and pruning.

5. Maintain a curated, tidy and safe garden at all times.

6. Operate utility vehicles to transport equipment, supplies, materials and debris.

7. Clean all equipment after use.

8. Maintain chicken coop and bee hives.

9. Assist guests and children during the secret garden tours and culinary garden experiences/classes.

10. Conduct culinary garden classes, and lead seasonal harvest events.

11. Participate in and support hotel efforts towards community, sustainability and environmental initiatives.

12. Perform other duties as directed, developed or assigned.

13. Carry out, when required, Sommelier duties in the Outlets as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

1. Previous gardening experience caring and tending to farm animals and bee hives.

2. Harvesting and tree trimming knowledge.

3. Plant knowledge.

4. Must have valid California driver's license.

5. Sommelier Level 2 Certification.

Desirable

1. Organic garden certification or education.

2. Customer service experience.

3. Chicken coop experience.

SKILLS

Required

1. Ability to operate gardening and other machinery.

2. Ability to communicate clearly in English.

Desirable

1. Degree in Agriculture.

2. Experience with crop rotation.

3. Experience with Pest and Disease Management.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

1. None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Frequent or occasional need to perform the following physical activities: reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting,

lifting, and climbing. Have frequent need to perform standing and walking activities related to inspecting property.

2. Constant need to perform the following physical activities: grasping, turning, finger dexterity.

3. Occasional need to stand for long periods of time.

4. Lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs. frequently and 25 lbs. occasionally.

5. Vision requirements: constant need to view small print. Frequent need to see small details and things clearly beyond

arm's reach.

6. Hearing requirements: constant need to speak on telephone and/or two-way radio, respond to general public and

converse with staff. Ability to hear fire alarms and emergency equipment.

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Compensation Pay Range:

$25- $28

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.

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