Assistant Landscaper

Assistant Landscaper

Location: Beach Plum Farm

Reports to: Grounds Director

Employment Type: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm, March 1st-December 31st

Rate: $25/hr

Position Overview

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The Assistant Landscaper supports the care, maintenance, and daily execution of all outdoor environments across the property. Working closely with the Grounds Director and broader farm team, this role helps ensure that landscapes, gardens, and guest-facing spaces remain healthy, productive, and visually aligned with the property’s aesthetic and hospitality goals.

This is a hands-on role rooted in consistency, attention to detail, and a strong connection to the land. The Assistant Landscaper plays a key part in maintaining the natural beauty and seasonal rhythm that define the Beach Plum Farm experience.

Core Areas of Responsibility

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Land, Landscape & Grounds Support

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• Assist in maintaining all landscaped areas, lawns, perennial beds, pathways, trees, and guest-facing outdoor spaces
• Execute daily maintenance tasks including planting, watering, weeding, mulching, pruning, and general upkeep
• Support irrigation efforts and monitor plant health under direction of the Grounds Director
• Assist with kitchen gardens, production fields, and greenhouse operations as needed
• Help maintain soil health through bed preparation, composting, and general upkeep

Property Readiness & Guest Experience

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• Maintain outdoor spaces to ensure a welcoming and well-cared-for guest environment
• Support setup and breakdown for events, dinners, and farm programming as needed
• Identify and address maintenance needs before they impact guest experience

Equipment & Operational Support

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• Operate landscaping equipment including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools
• Maintain tools an...