Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery
btd· Homeplace
About this role
Job Description/Responsibilities
Help shape the landscape and arboretum experience at Buffalo Trace Distillery, a National Historic Landmark and destination visited by thousands of guests each year. As Homeplace Horticultural Supervisor, you’ll lead a hands-on grounds team, care for a diverse plant collection, and help keep the property looking its best through every season. You’ll also have the opportunity to support educational programming and the distillery’s pursuit of botanical garden accreditation.
What You’ll Do
- Lead, train, schedule, and inspect the grounds team, ensuring high standards for horticultural practices, safety, and daily work.
- Maintain the health of the plant collection, including accurate plant records, database information, and labeling.
- Plan and execute seasonal color, landscape improvements, and enhancements across the Homeplace and arboretum.
- Support garden and arboretum tours, public education programs, and botanical garden accreditation efforts.
- Partner with the Homeplace Planner/Coordinator and management on SOPs, work orders, scheduling, contractors, events, holiday setup, and building maintenance.
Qualifications/Requirements
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 3+ years of supervisory or management experience in horticulture.
- Strong knowledge of plants, ornamental horticulture, and plant culture.
Preferred:
- Associates or bachelor's degree in Horticulture or relative field
- Experience managing plant collections and using plant collection database software.
- Experience supporting public gardens, arboreta, educational programs, or botanical garden accreditation.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform hands-on horticultural work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery role at btd?
The listed salary for this Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery position at btd is USD 69K–86K. This is an OTHER role.
Where is the Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery position at btd located?
This Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery role at btd is based in Frankfort, KY, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery role at btd full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery role in the Homeplace department at btd.
Which team or department does the Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery at btd belong to?
This Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery position is part of the Homeplace department at btd. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery position at btd?
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When was the Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery job at btd posted?
This Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery position at btd was posted on Aug 5, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery
btd · 💰 USD 69K–86K
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