Horticulture Manager
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Job Summary
Busch Gardens is a place of thrills fun and positive lasting memories. And thats just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team youll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If youre dedicated dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service this is a place for you!
What you get to do:
Ensure safety education/development and compliance of team members
Oversee and manage in the field all aspects of the Horticulture and Pest Control Operations
Daily oversight of staff to ensure compliance in all policies and procedures relative to operation
Oversee labor/expense budgets to ensure operational efficiency and accountability
Conduct regular meetings for feedback from supervisory and front-line team members to determine any problem areas or concerns
Identify and manage corrective and enhancement actions
Engage with peers and others to advance all department and organizational objectives broadly
Communicate with internal and external guests/customers to achieve optimal guest satisfaction and good business relations with vendors and contractors
Complete other assignments as needed
What it takes to succeed:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 5 years experience in a leading role in a horticultural environment with demonstrated success managing teams within a theme park hospitality grounds or pest control management preferred
Knowledge of integrated pest management (IPM) and use the appropriate methods to treat infestations
Ability to grow leaders and develop diverse competent professional and efficient teams to meet strategic goals
Must be a self-starter and innovative thinker with the desire to improve the aesthetic appeal to complement the existing theme park footprint
Broad horticultural experience and technical expertise in landscape design installation maintenance irrigation plant-related pest control turf greenhouse floral operations and arboriculture preferred. Working knowledge with and around pest control products that have been approved for use by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to control pests
Must possess excellent organizational analytical verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally and meet the needs of guest team members and other departments
Goal oriented highly motivated positive attitude and adaptable to changing environment
Ability to manage and accomplish multiple projects at one time and follow through on long- and short-term goals
Professionally execute Emergency Action Plans as needed
Must be able to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours weather events etc. i.e. be able to respond on-site when needed for after hour leadership requirements
Must have a valid state drivers license and be able to obtain a Company drivers license
Proficient with Microsoft Office SAP Kronos and scheduling preferred
The perks of the position:
- Paid Time Off
- Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
- Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401K Retirement plan
- Voluntary Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance Plan
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE RACE COLOR RELIGION SEX NATIONAL ORIGIN SEXUAL ORIENTATION PREGNANCY GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Math
- Employment & Labor Law
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Mentoring
- Supervising Experience
- Restaurant Management
About Company
From park to planet, SeaWorld theme parks offer up-close animal experiences, roller coasters and, most importantly, a chance for you to make a difference. Plan your trip to one of our theme parks in Orlando, San Diego or San Antonio today!
