Grand Hotel, located on historic Mackinac Island, is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team! As a job applicant, you'll have the opportunity to work in a world-renowned, five-star hotel that offers exceptional service and unforgettable experiences to our guests. With positions available in hospitality, guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, and more, there are abundant opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our hotel boasts timeless elegance, breathtaking views, and a unique island experience, creating a one-of-a-kind work environment. As a member of the Grand Hotel team, you'll have the chance to provide impeccable service to our guests, work in a picturesque setting, and be a part of a rich heritage that spans over a century. Join us in delivering legendary hospitality and become a valued member of our team at Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island!

This is a seasonal position from April till early November. Housing provided at $19/day. 

As Head Gardener, you will oversee the design, development, and maintenance of all garden areas. You will lead a team of gardeners & groundskeepers, ensuring high horticultural standards and implementing sustainable gardening practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement seasonal planting plans and garden projects

• Manage, train, and motivate a team of gardeners & groundskeepers 

• Oversee the maintenance of lawns, flower beds, trees, and shrubs

• Ensure the health and presentation of plants through pruning, feeding, and pest control

• Manage budgets for garden supplies and projects

• Lead garden tours and educational sessions for visitors

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

• Maintain garden machinery and tools

• Proven experience in a similar Head Gardener or Senior Gardener role

• Formal horticultural qualifications (RHS Level 3 or equivalent) preferred

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Extensive plant knowledge and a passion for garden design

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Knowledge of sustainable gardening practices

• Strong communication skills for interacting with staff and visitors

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Three Tiers of Medical Coverage *
• Dental & Vision Coverage *
• 24/7 Teledoc service 
• Free Maintenance Medications *
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and holidays). *
• Tuition Reimbursement *
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• 401K Match
• 25% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverage purchases at all Grand Hotel and Bicycle Street Inn restaurants.
• 20% discount at Grand Hotel retail locations
• 20% discount on Golf, no fee for cart rental
• 20% discount on Miniature Golf at Woodlands Activity Center
• 20% discount on products and services at Astor’s Spa

* Full Time Year Round Team members only.

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.