Farm Manager at Timbers Kauai Lihue, HI

Farm Manager job at Timbers Kauai. Lihue, HI. Our Company: Timbers Company is a developer and operator of exceptional boutique hotels, residence clubs and resort communities located in some of the most sought-after destinations in the world.We are passionate about creating remarkable experiences with world-class hospitality while exposing our Owners and guests to the humble authenticity of every location that we call home. Our Property: Imagine spending every day working in a place that must be seen to be believed. Timbers Kaua‘i at Hōkūala, oceanfront on Kaua‘i, is a blend of the pristine and playful, and we get to do what Owners and guests love in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Our team members reflect the highest level of aloha with anticipatory service in an unparalleled setting. Our Core Values: We are in the business of creating an authentic sense of place for families to return to time and time again while committing ourselves to creating memorable and fun experiencers through passionate, attentive service. This mantra is reflected in everything we do and every interaction we have whether it be in hospitality operations management, asset management, development, or sales & marketing. Our values define who we are. Be Authentic Practice Humility Cultivate Teamwork Value Time Be Trustworthy Benefits: Paid time off for full-time, permanent employees. Employer-sponsored health plans. 401k match. Complimentary golf for employees and immediate family members. SUMMARY: We are seeking a passionate and innovative Farm Manager for Hōkūala and Timbers Kauaʻi Residence Club. The Farm Manager is the heart and soul of the organic Farm at Hōkūala. The Farm Manager curates selections of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other edible plants, root tubers, seeds, and flowers. The Farm Manger is responsible for creating a welcoming and immersive experience for everyone who visits The Farm at Hōkūala. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions as defined are ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents within this classification. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Leadership Act as welcoming host to owners, guests, employees, and other clients to explore the farms beauty and bounty. Lead, and train others to lead, educational garden tours and workshops, sharing names (Hawaiian names as appropriate), use and history, and sustainable practices. Manage The Farm’s daily operations, including planting schedules, irrigation, drainage, pest control. Work alone and as a leader of assigned landscaping teams to ensure The Farm is kept safe, clean, and in a condition to host owners and guests. Manage owner farm produce package or baskets as needed for arrival amenities. Collaborate with our culinary team to tailer harvests for seasonal menus and special events. Ensure farm facilities and equipment are safe, regularly cleaned, and maintained. To welcome owner use, keep Farm Hale, Farm Pavilion, and surrounding areas in clean and useable condition at all times. Farm Management • Prioritize owner and guest satisfaction. • Establish and maintain best practices for growth and superior aesthetics throughout The Farm. • Cultivate and maintain a variety of fruits and vegetables, ensuring the highest quality produce. Compliance Ensure all routine and special farm operations follow federal, state, and local regulations with special attention to application and monitoring of pest controls. Financial Assist in developing the Farm budget to ensure cost-effective operations without compromising service quality. Control expenses related to staffing, supplies, and equipment. Provide monthly financial reports on monthly expenses and variances. Prepare owners tree planting sites, ready groundwork, including soil amendments, mulching, and watering for assurance of successful tree growth and longevity. Reporting Provide internal communications to keep employees of the resort; community services; real estate; Sales; and other interested parties, providing updates on The Farm at Hōkūala operations and activities Provide regular status reporting to the Executive Members of the Hōkūala regarding the progress of The Farm operations, condition, and production. Common goals Work with other department managers to ensure property goals are achieved. Contribute to management team initiatives. Be flexible to perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and/or skill required. Education and Experience: · High school diploma/GED, supplemented by technical or college course work training in a trade. At least 4 years of experience in organic farm operations, with at least 1 year in a leadership role preferred. Strong leadership and team management skills. Knowledge ...