Head Grower and General Manager, Breckendale Flower Farm

We are looking for ridiculously passionate people who share our love of plants and are obsessed with the success of our wholesale growing operation. Ideal candidates will show up for work fresh and focused with an enthusiastic attitude and a ridiculous passion for learning.

This is a full-time, year-round, salaried position that requires varying hours depending on time of season. The spring growing season will require overtime hours. Flexibility in scheduling and weekend availability required.

Objective

To plan, direct, and coordinate all aspects of our wholesale greenhouse operation. To efficiently grow and maintain the highest standard of annual plants.

What you offer

A sincere curiosity to learn and grow
A genuine passion for plants, people, and sustaining our planet
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication skills
Always approachable to customers, teammates, and leaders
Flexibility in scheduling and weekend availability required

What we offer

Competitive pay, commiserate with experience
Paid Medical and Dental insurance
401k retirement account with up to 4% company match; up to 4% discretionary match based on business performance
Paid Time Off
20% employee discount year 1 / 40% discount after year 1
Training, education, and certification opportunities
Leadership development
Work apparel and gear
Relocation assistance

Leadership

Team Building
Ability to give effective feedback
Creative problem solving

Production

Oversee all aspects of annual crop culture and growing procedures
Execute cultural practices including fertilization, IPM, and PGR applications
Develop new techniques or methods for growing high quality plant material
Obtain and maintain a Commercial Pesticide License
Receiving and shipping
Maintain clean and tidy work areas

Facilities

Oversee Facilities Manager
Propose yearly facilities budget for general maintenance and improvements
Coordinate truck deliveries of plants, supplies, and hard goods.
Maintain current and valid Driver’s License with DOT health card

Management

Scheduling
Payroll
Light accounting
Budgeting
Accounts receivable, accounts payable

Knowledge and Skills

This position requires a degree in Horticulture or related field or a combination of education in horticulture and 1-2 years of experience.

Physical requirements

This is a physical job that requires you to be on your feet for the duration of your shift. Must have the ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as lifting, bending, reaching, walking, pushing and pulling carts, handling and sorting of materials. Must be able to lift 10-20 lbs. repetitively. Must be able to tolerate hot and humid conditions in the greenhouse and various weather conditions outside. Must hydrate as needed.

This Job Description does not necessarily entail all of the work or responsibilities of this position and will be updated as we adjust to business trends, seek improvements, or changes. This document does not guarantee employment in any specific role for any period of time.

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