Assistant Grounds and Landscaping Manager

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Be You

The Assistant Grounds and Landscaping Manager is responsible for the preventive maintenance programs of the gardens and green areas throughout the Resort and Residence  

The management level for this position is:   

Operations – Assistant Department Head

Knowledge and Skills   

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in the preventive maintenance of the gardens and green areas.   

• Self-driven and a strategic resourcing professional.   

• Able to work independently and under pressure in a fast pace working environment.   

• Experience coordinating work with external contractors. 

• Good command of both written and spoken Spanish and English.   

• Great organizational skills    

• Attention to detail    

• Able to multitask and prioritize workload and projects simultaneously and efficiently.   

Master Your Craft  

• Supervises that daily rounds and routines are carried out based on the availability of human resources, having the ability to be dynamic to adjust daily routine in extraordinary cases, taking into account his subordinates. 

• Information is given on points relevant to the morning shift observed by the previous afternoon shift, which could affect their area or the department, through the electronic means available. 

• Uses the HotSOS computer system for the coordination and programming of the requirements of the different departments, as well as the management and proper use of the radio with all its communication equipment. 

• Make monthly reports on the gardens in general to review their progress and improvements. 

• Manage a list of suppliers to request quotes from different suppliers for the purchase and supply of gardening products, as well as plants. 

• Records and keeps track of the progress of maintenance programs (fumigation, fertilization, pruning, irrigation, garbage disposal, raking), always seeking to comply with what is established, touring the areas with the staff. Have the ability to propose solutions (taking into account your subordinates) to make adjustments and comply with what is established. 

• Check that all the tasks and records of the various operation reports are carried out to detect in time, garden areas in poor condition during the operation, which could affect the experience of the guest, collaborators and the integrity of the Resort and Residences. 

• Conduct daily tours of the Resort and Residence areas to detect improvement situations and give points of view to the supervisors. 

• Supports the Engineering Management, in establishing the maximum and minimum of the irrigation material, which must be in the warehouse. 

• Review gardener assignments and adjust according to operation priorities. 

• Review the condition of tools and safety equipment, and their correct use by gardening personnel, whether internal or external. 

• Coordinates with those responsible for the area and supervision, the programming of preventive maintenance and reforestation of the different areas in poor conditions. 

• Make photographic reports in case someone is damaging the gardens or misusing them by pouring substances or objects that affect the integrity of the garden (if you are guests, never take a photo of the person). 

• Keeps Division Management informed of the progress and status of work in progress. 

What We Offer and What You Can Expect  

• Highly competitive salaries, with an attractive annual incentive plan for management and Department Head positions.  

• Transportation service from San Lucas and San José del Cabo to the resort.  

• Uniform laundry service, ensuring comfort and a professional appearance.  

• Training programs and in-house workshops to support your professional development.  

• A dynamic, diverse, and challenging work environment with close interaction with the leadership team.  

• Recognition programs that celebrate your achievements, including awards for years of service, Employee of the Month, and Employee of the Year. 

About Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts: 

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts opened its first hotel in 1961, and its history has been one of continuous innovation, remarkable growth, and an unwavering commitment to the highest standards. For nearly 50 years, Four Seasons has transformed the hospitality industry by combining genuine care and efficiency with the finest traditions of international hospitality. Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has been ranked EVERY YEAR as one of FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” since 1998 and has been named a Great Place to Work Legend, an honor currently held by only 12 companies worldwide. 

Service Culture 

Currently operating 120 hotels and resorts and 45 residential properties in major city centers and resort destinations across 47 countries, with more than 50 projects under planning or development, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world’s finest hotels and most prestigious brands in reader surveys, traveler reviews, and industry awards. Our greatest asset—and the key to our success—is our people. We believe that each of us deserves a sense of dignity, pride, and satisfaction in what we do. 

What Is It Like to Work for Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts? 

At Four Seasons, we guide all our actions by the Golden Rule: “Treat others as you would like to be treated.” Here, you will work on a team built on mutual respect, collaboration, exceptional service, and a passion for hospitality. As a luxury brand, your work will also be guided by the highest standards to ensure exceptional quality and service at all times. Expect to work hard while having fun and learning along the way, taking your career, experience, and skills to the next level. As an added benefit, working with Four Seasons gives you the opportunity to build an international career and travel around the world while staying at incredible properties at no cost.