Homeplace Horticultural Supervisor

Job Description

Description: The Homeplace Horticultural Supervisor oversees employees responsible for enhancements and daily maintenance of the Buffalo Trace grounds and arboretum; responsible for employee training, seasonal planning, and management of work order system to achieve the primary objective of keeping the arboretum and grounds in show conditions. The Homeplace team performs a diversity of tasks including holiday and event set up, building repairs and maintenance, and fabrication of some Gift Shop merchandise just to name a few.

About Us

Buffalo Trace Distillery is a family-owned company based in Franklin County, Kentucky, whose rich distilling tradition dates back to 1787. Buffalo Trace is a fully operational distillery producing bourbon, rye, and vodka on site, and is listed on the National Historic Register. Buffalo Trace is also a level 2 accredited arboretum through Arbnet. Buffalo Trace has been awarded seven distillery titles since 2000 and has also garnered more than 150 awards for its premium whiskies. www.buffalotrace.com

Duties & Responsibilities

Job Duties:

• Ensure Buffalo Trace grounds and arboretum are in show condition at all times and ensure National Landmark status is maintained.
• Oversee the overall health of the Buffalo Trace plant collection. Assist with overall horticultural maintenance program.
• Distribute daily assigned tasks appropriately to the grounds staff, oversee and inspect all work that is performed. Ensure correct horticultural practices are executed to the highest standards.
• Assist with updating plant records database and maintain labelling for the collection.
• Lead training and develop comprehensive cultural practice programs for technicians assigned to the work duties for the grounds.
• Execute plan for seasonal color and landscape enhancements.
• Assist with weekly garden and arboretum tours.
• Assist with execution of public educational events and programs related to arboretum accreditation requirements.
• Support overall safety program through excellence in project management.
• Assist with overall plan for arboretum development and achievement of botanical garden accreditation.
• Assist with scheduling and planning for grounds team working directly with the Homeplace Planner/Coordinator and Management Team.
• Assist with development of Homeplace grounds SOPs
• Assist with managing outside contractor for grounds related work.

Education and Experience

Education & Experience:

• Associates degree or higher in the field of horticulture from an accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or management in the horticultural field.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements

• Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions
• Ability to work 8 hour shift
• Ability to work overtime if necessary
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to read and write
• In-person job attendance

Application Instructions

Apply on Sazerac website. Link below
https://careers-sazerac.icims.com/jobs/13102/homeplace-horticultural-supervisor-%e2%80%93-btd/job