Deskripsi Pekerjaan
Join our sustainability team at The Frangipani Langkawi Resort & Spa as a Planter, where you'll cultivate organic produce for our award-winning resort kitchens. This hands-on role combines traditional farming techniques with modern sustainable practices to create a thriving farm-to-table ecosystem. You'll work in our lush tropical gardens, nurturing diverse plant varieties while contributing to our eco-friendly initiatives. This position offers unique opportunities for professional growth in organic agriculture, with training in permaculture principles and sustainable resource management. Be part of a team that transforms Langkawi's natural beauty into culinary excellence while preserving the island's ecological balance.
Tanggung Jawab
- Cultivate and maintain organic vegetable gardens, herb gardens, and fruit orchards
- Implement sustainable farming practices including crop rotation and natural pest management
- Harvest produce at peak maturity following resort quality standards
- Monitor soil health and implement composting/waste recycling systems
- Collaborate with culinary teams to supply seasonal produce for resort restaurants
- Document farming activities and maintain crop health records
- Train junior staff on organic cultivation techniques
Kualifikasi
- Minimum 2 years experience in organic farming or agriculture
- Certification in sustainable farming practices preferred
- Knowledge of tropical plant varieties and seasonal cycles
- Physical ability to perform outdoor labor in tropical climate
- Basic understanding of soil science and organic pest control
- Valid pesticide application license (if applicable)
- Ability to operate farming equipment (tractors, irrigation systems)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills