Summerhill Landscapes Inc
Garden Account Manager
Summerhill Landscapes Inc, Sag Harbor, New York, United States, 11963
Vegetable/Fruit Garden Account Manager
Will be responsible for ensuring the vegetable and fruit gardens are maintained to the highest standards of excellence, and that best management practices are applied in all aspects of sustainable gardens. The Account Manager will additionally be responsible for all schedulingResponsibilities
Manage the project proposal process and act as the primary liaison to existing and new clients
Manage overall plant and soil health strategies for the garden to include sustainable gardening practice and integrated pest management
Coordinate the administrative aspects of garden maintenance, including client communication, cultivating new business, marketing, planning, and budget management
Work with architects, clients, contractors, to assist with the design and the installation of vegetable and fruit gardens, structures and pathways
Supervise distribution of gardening supplies seeds, plant starts, winterization materials, educational materials, ordering tools, and supplies
Lead and manage propagation and hoop house/greenhouse work (if applicable)
Plant and provide seasonal produce harvests for the kitchen
Maintain the health of all plants in the garden including, but not limited to: herbs, heirloom vegetables, fruits, annual and perennial flowers (if applicable)
Manage soils and compost, soil texture and composition, soil quality, pH levels, and soil nutrients, fertilizer types and application techniques, produce compost.
Clean, organize and maintain garden tools, garden van, and storage facility
Maintain drip irrigation system and the water harvesting systems (cistern and rain barrels)
Create and manage all plant labels in the vegetable garden
Responsible for all aspects of garden care: weeding, orchard pruning, thinning fruit, pruning, planting/transplanting, composting, mulching, soil health, insect/disease diagnosis, and treatment management
Develop and maintain a garden budget, planting schedule, seasonal records, and other appropriate documentation
Communicate regularly with the Chef/Client and Garden team on seed orders, planting, harvest dates, quality control to meet or exceed client expectations
Responsibilities
Evaluate and report garden results weekly
Lead and manage Garden Crew and Interns in the implementation of garden plans, techniques and maintenance duties
Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
Assist with college recruiting, educational, community, professional and career events
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
Passionate about sustainable food production and applying deep organic principles to garden maintenance
Strong working knowledge of edible garden plants (fruiting vines, fruit trees, vegetables)
Direct Summerhill team members to ensure that equipment is operational and safety practices are followed.
Certified in integrated pest management for vegetable gardens
Safety is paramount follow safety standards for proper clothing, eye, ear, safety gear, and best practices.
Strong communication, highly organized and efficient with documentation purchase orders, load dockets, invoices, etc.
Represent Summerhill at the highest level always, maintain a high level of composure and good stress management
Proficient with Microsoft Office, Smartsheet and Strategic planning and long-range program development
Work flexible hours in all weather conditions to accommodate the seasonality of the industry
Ability to work independently and with others in a fast-paced environment
Extremely detail oriented, excellent communication skills and time management
Experience supervising, promoting cooperation and team building
Will be responsible for ensuring the vegetable and fruit gardens are maintained to the highest standards of excellence, and that best management practices are applied in all aspects of sustainable gardens. The Account Manager will additionally be responsible for all schedulingResponsibilities
Manage the project proposal process and act as the primary liaison to existing and new clients
Manage overall plant and soil health strategies for the garden to include sustainable gardening practice and integrated pest management
Coordinate the administrative aspects of garden maintenance, including client communication, cultivating new business, marketing, planning, and budget management
Work with architects, clients, contractors, to assist with the design and the installation of vegetable and fruit gardens, structures and pathways
Supervise distribution of gardening supplies seeds, plant starts, winterization materials, educational materials, ordering tools, and supplies
Lead and manage propagation and hoop house/greenhouse work (if applicable)
Plant and provide seasonal produce harvests for the kitchen
Maintain the health of all plants in the garden including, but not limited to: herbs, heirloom vegetables, fruits, annual and perennial flowers (if applicable)
Manage soils and compost, soil texture and composition, soil quality, pH levels, and soil nutrients, fertilizer types and application techniques, produce compost.
Clean, organize and maintain garden tools, garden van, and storage facility
Maintain drip irrigation system and the water harvesting systems (cistern and rain barrels)
Create and manage all plant labels in the vegetable garden
Responsible for all aspects of garden care: weeding, orchard pruning, thinning fruit, pruning, planting/transplanting, composting, mulching, soil health, insect/disease diagnosis, and treatment management
Develop and maintain a garden budget, planting schedule, seasonal records, and other appropriate documentation
Communicate regularly with the Chef/Client and Garden team on seed orders, planting, harvest dates, quality control to meet or exceed client expectations
Responsibilities
Evaluate and report garden results weekly
Lead and manage Garden Crew and Interns in the implementation of garden plans, techniques and maintenance duties
Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
Assist with college recruiting, educational, community, professional and career events
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
Passionate about sustainable food production and applying deep organic principles to garden maintenance
Strong working knowledge of edible garden plants (fruiting vines, fruit trees, vegetables)
Direct Summerhill team members to ensure that equipment is operational and safety practices are followed.
Certified in integrated pest management for vegetable gardens
Safety is paramount follow safety standards for proper clothing, eye, ear, safety gear, and best practices.
Strong communication, highly organized and efficient with documentation purchase orders, load dockets, invoices, etc.
Represent Summerhill at the highest level always, maintain a high level of composure and good stress management
Proficient with Microsoft Office, Smartsheet and Strategic planning and long-range program development
Work flexible hours in all weather conditions to accommodate the seasonality of the industry
Ability to work independently and with others in a fast-paced environment
Extremely detail oriented, excellent communication skills and time management
Experience supervising, promoting cooperation and team building