Senior Grounds & Landscape Manager

Kalahari Resorts LLC; Sandusky, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employee appreciation events

Education assistance programs

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Grounds Manager to oversee the planning, development, and implementation of landscape design around the resort grounds. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that the outside grounds of the property are always maintained in the best possible condition with the least amount of inconvenience to guests and associates in all types of weather.

As part of our leadership team, you’ll embody our Promise to Lead with Love—guiding, supporting, and inspiring

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of landscape experience, including layout.
• Knowledge of planting and shrub maintenance.
• Must have at least 1-2 years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is helpful.
• Previous hospitality or related experience is helpful.
• Previous experience with exterior plant maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead train, and develop the Grounds team to maintain a safe, beautiful, and welcoming outdoor environment that enhances the guest and associate experience.
• Oversee the maintenance and appearance of all resort grounds, including landscaping, irrigation systems, seasonal plantings, walkways, parking areas, and outdoor recreation spaces.
• Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs to ensure grounds equipment, tools, and outdoor assets are operating safely and efficiently.
• Partner with Resort Operations, Facilities, Waterpark, and other departments to support special events, seasonal initiatives, and the overall appearance and functionality of the property.
• Monitor budgets, inventory, vendor relationships, and project timelines while ensuring compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and company policies.

Skills

landscape experience

layout

planting and shrub maintenance

supervisory experience

driver's license

bilingual helpful

Job description

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Grounds Manager to oversee the planning, development, and implementation of landscape design around the resort grounds. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that the outside grounds of the property are always maintained in the best possible condition with the least amount of inconvenience to guests and associates in all types of weather.

As part of our leadership team, you’ll embody our Promise to Lead with Love—guiding, supporting, and inspiring