Chief Engineer Horticulture
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Job Location:
Nashville, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY
Manages the design and maintenance of the propertys grounds landscaping gardens trees and aquatic life. Manages the activities and daily performance of the Horticulture team. Prepares and manages the departmental operating budget. Prepares Profit and Loss summaries and monthly forecasts for the department. Designs horticultural displays that are aesthetic and functional. Coordinates and schedules plant maintenance and work requests verifying quality workmanship in a timely manner. Manages irrigation frequency and duration processes. Orders supplies plant materials and floral materials. Assists with the installation and maintenance of all plant material within the property. Conducts garden tours as requested answering questions and sharing information about the interior and exterior gardens in a knowledgeable manner. Maintains knowledge of trends and developments within the horticulture industry.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
5 years experience in the landscaping/grounds horticulure or related professional area.
OR
4-year bachelors degree from an accredited university in Agriculture Horticulture or related major; 3 years experience in the landscaping/grounds or related professional area.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Horticulture Operations
Manages the design and maintenance of the propertys grounds landscaping gardens trees and aquatic life.
Manages the activities and daily performance of the Horticulture team.
Prepares and manages the departmental operating budget. Prepares Profit and Loss summaries and monthly forecasts for the department.
Designs horticultural displays that are aesthetic and functional.
Coordinates and schedules plant maintenance and work requests verifying quality workmanship in a timely manner.
Manages irrigation frequency and duration processes.
Orders supplies plant materials and floral materials.
Assists with the installation and maintenance of all plant material within the property.
Conducts garden tours as requested answering questions and sharing information about the interior and exterior gardens in a knowledgeable manner.
Maintains knowledge of trends and developments within the horticulture industry.
Leading Teams
Communicates the importance of safety procedures detailing procedure codes verifying employee understanding of safety codes monitoring processes and procedures related to safety.
Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize organize and accomplish work.
Encourages and builds mutual trust respect and cooperation among team members.
Promotes and maintains the productivity level of employees.
Verifies employees understand expectations and parameters.
Gets members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Provides guidance and direction to subordinates including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Assists with training programs for staff pertaining to occupational hazards Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Right-to-know Law (MSDS) and safety precautions.
Understands and complies with loss prevention policies and procedures.
Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead influence and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
Promoting Exceptional Customer Service
Creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
Verifies that quality standards and customers expectations are met on a daily basis.
Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
Managing and Conducting Human Resources Activities
Interviews selects and trains employees.
Appraises employees productivity and efficiency for the purpose of recommending promotions or other changes in status.
Provides for the safety and security of the employees or the property.
Monitors employee attendance and records absences/tardiness.
Helps direct supervisors to achieve their own development goals.
Conducts annual performance appraisal with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures.
Additional Responsibilities
Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Keeps up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to the job.
Provides information to supervisors co-workers and subordinates by telephone in written form e-mail or in person.
Required Experience:
Chief
Key Skills
About Company
At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savou ... View more
