What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Horticulture and Design Manager position at Hoch's Landscaping and Garden Center?
Horticulture & Design Manager
Company: Hoch’s Landscaping & Garden Center
Location: 229 S. Main St., Barnegat, NJ 08005
Contact: Dan Hoch – (609) 276-4811 (call or text)
Email: lbifg@yahoo.com
Company Mission:
“Great people. Great landscapes”
Hoch’s landscaping provides premium landscaping service to the North end of LBI for kind people who appreciate our attention to detail. We obsess over great service while providing a fun, safe and meaningful work environment for our people.
Our company has been in business for 30 years, the current owner has run the company for the last 20 years.
Our base: A 2-acre private garden center in Barnegat, NJ
- Our clients: 300 long-term customers
- Our work mix:
- 25% Installations (privacy plantings, flower/vegetable gardens, shade trees, irrigation, lighting)
- 65% Maintenance (Spring cleanup, Summer maintenance, Fall cleanup)
- 10% Irrigation & Lighting
- Our philosophy:
- Help build a strong long term business, stay active and healthy, enjoy your work, be better every year, have fun.
- Work with kind and hardworking people
- Work with respectful and appreciative clients
Role Overview
As our Horticulture & Design Manager, you will oversee plant selection, installation, healthcare, and landscape design while working closely with our team and clients. This is a hands-on leadership role with a mix of horticultural activitiesincluding, plant management, design, customer interaction, and fieldwork.
Key Responsibilities
Horticultural Responsibilities
- Manage plant material in our nursery
- Order and receive plants and landscaping materials
- Source and select the best plant material for installations
- Oversee our “Give Back Garden” vegetable garden
Landscaping & Design Responsibilities
- Design and assist in selling landscape installations and services
- Ensure proper installation of plant material alongside crews
- Oversee plant healthcare, including disease/pest identification
- Manage client vegetable & flower gardens
Team Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and team members
- Be punctual, hardworking, and dedicated to the company’s success
- Help maintain a positive and professional work environment
Who We’re Looking For
Key Qualities
Personable: Build relationships with clients and teammates. Work together with honesty and integrity.
Strong Work Ethic: Show dedication, reliability and team support.
Detail-Oriented: Maintain schedules, records and equipment properly.
Excellent Communicator: Respond promptly to customers, the owner and crews.
Grow with Us: Have a long term outlook, be willing to grow with our company and build long term relationships.
Experience & Education Requirements
- 5 years of experience in the landscaping industry (gardening, plant care, installation and maintenance)
- 2 years of education in horticulture or a related field (preferred)
- General understanding of horticulture, plant material, landscaping and design.
- Knowledge of coastal landscaping (NJ-specific, preferred)
- Pesticide Applicator License (preferred) or willingness to obtain
- Plant healthcare expertise (preferred) – disease and pest identification/treatment
Physical & Technical RequirementsPhysical Demands
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors in various conditions
- Willingness to physically assist landscaping crews as needed
Technical Skills
- Strong computer proficiency (typing, spreadsheets, basic word processing)
- Ability to learn and adapt to industry-specific software
Work Schedule
Spring: Monday–Friday, 7 AM–5 PM (some Saturdays)
Summer: Monday–Friday, 7 AM–5 PM (very few Saturdays)
Fall: Monday–Friday, 7 AM–5 PM
Winter: Flexible hours (mix of time off & season preparation)
Major Holidays: Off
Salary & Benefits:
Salary: $55,000–$85,000 (based on experience & education)
401(k) with Employer Match (up to 3.5%)
Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus
Flexible Vacation Time (during slower seasons)
Company-Provided Vehicle
Company-Provided Cell Phone
Compensation Growth Plan (based on performance milestones)
Equity Potential (long-term growth opportunities)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Horticulture/Landscape: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Barnegat, NJ 08005 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $85,000