Experienced Landscaper and Horticulturist
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery
Rutherford,
California
JOB SUMMARY:
St. Supéry Estate Vineyards and Winery has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and detailed oriented landscaper and horticulturist to lead our onsite garden and provide oversight for meticulous grounds keeping of the winery. The primary purpose of this role is to support and expand our existing culinary produce program and to work with crews to maintain the beautiful appearance of the Rutherford property.
In addition to the production of herbs and vegetables, St. Supéry has over 1200 heirloom fruit trees at our Dollarhide ranch which we use both in house and share with restaurant partners in the Napa Valley.
This position would coordinate with theVineyard representatives and the Winery Chef to ensure quality fruit is available and utilized for our culinary program
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
1. Garden:
Maintain and enhance St. Supéry’s existing culinary garden seasonal programs with products that are tasty,
exciting, unique and useful
Assist in our judicious farming programs; ensure our Napa Green protocols are followed.
Coordinate the careful monitoring of disease and pest pressures.
Collaborate with Winery Chef on garden planning
Provide leadership in utilizing work force as needed for grounds keeping in addition to the gardens.
Special projects as assigned by management
Other administrative duties as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent organizational, planning and communication skills
2 years gardening or landscape experience with solid knowledge of fruits and vegetable gardening.
Experience with espalier a plus
Ability to manage multiple projects – prioritize, and manage changing priorities
Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
Computer proficiency – Microsoft Office Suite
Proficiency in English -- strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Spanish highly desirable
Valid California Driver’s license and must be insurable under St. Supéry’s policy
Physical Requirements
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Lift and/or move 50 pounds
Walk on uneven surfaces inside and outside
Stand, squat, stoop, bend at waist and legs
Sit and operate a computer for at least two hour intervals
Use hands, fingers, reach, touch, see, hear, smell
How To Apply
If interested, please email cover letter & resume to Annie Waterson at
[email protected]