ABOUT THE COMPANY

Cal-a-Vie Health Spa is a world-renowned, award-winning all-inclusive luxury wellness resort located in the scenic hills of North County San Diego. Inspired by the charm and elegance of the French countryside, Cal-a-Vie offers an immersive, transformational retreat that blends personalized wellness, world-class fitness, holistic spa therapies, and Michelin-inspired cuisine.

Recognized by Condé Nast Traveler 5 years in a row, Travel Leisure, Forbes, U.S.A Today & Newsweek, Cal-a-Vie has been named among the Top Destination Spas in the world for multiple years running. From our intimate 32-guest setting to our exceptional 5 to 1 guest-to-staff ratio, we create an unparalleled level of care and service rooted in luxury hospitality.

Our mission is to empower every guest to experience profound well-being however that may be for them, and to create a supportive and inspiring workplace where passionate professionals can thrive in their careers.

POSITION PURPOSE

Base Pay $17.00 - 19 gratuity and tip pool

As a Seasonal Culinary Gardener, you will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of organic growing practices of vegetables, herbs, and fruit trees. You will also learn about the 100 different varietals of edible and medicinal plants/fruit we harvest for our kitchen.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

You will be supervised by the Culinary Garden Manager and will be expected to perform a variety of tasks, such as:

• Create and maintain a welcoming, energetic, friendly and caring atmosphere always for all guests, co-workers and supervisors
• Greenhouse production includes but not limited to; watering, sowing, material handling, and record keeping
• Hauling kitchen scraps from the kitchen to the compost area, handling composted materials
• Harvest and washing of a variety of fruits, vegetables, and garnish crops located around the property
• Property Maintenance by weeding, tree/shrub removals, maintaining irrigation, brush cutting, weed cutting, digging and other responsibilities as needed
• Planting a variety of vegetables, herbs, and trees
• Moving materials using a wheelbarrow or golf cart around properties.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic knowledge of organic garden practices a plus
• Must be able to follow instructions
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable using long handled tools, including but not limited to shovels, hoes, and rakes
• Comfortable using short handled tools and safely using a harvest knife
• Availability: Ability to work a flexible schedule including early shifts that begin at 5am and weekends, weekdays, evenings and some holidays; open availability preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

(i.e., necessary travel, unusual work hours, unusual environmental conditions, etc.)

Analysis of Physical Demands (Walking, lifting, equipment, operation, etc.)

• The ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions
• The ability to complete repetitive garden task such as bending, stooping, kneeling, and standing for long periods at a time
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted and carry it a minimum of 10 feet
• Must be comfortable working with the nature including bugs and animals. 

Salary : $17 - $19