Hydroponic Greenhouse Head Grower Position
HEAD GROWER
Chicago, IL
THE ROLE
Gotham Greens is seeking an experienced and passionate Head Grower to lead our Chicago region. This role will
manage all aspects of crop production for the Chicago region to achieve and surpass company yield and quality
expectations. The Head Grower will report to the Chief Greenhouse Officer, oversee several direct reports and work
closely with the Chicago Regional Plant Manager to run a smooth and efficient operation.
The ideal candidate is passionate about plants, growing, sustainable development and embraces Gotham Greens’ core
values and mission of contributing to a better food system. This is an opportunity for a driven individual to contribute
to the long-term success at a rapidly growing, innovative, disruptive food manufacturing company for the 21st century
food system. Come join a world class CEA team that is rooted in plant science and focused on optimizing all aspects
of production to produce best in class yields and quality.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Crop Yields & Quality
Climate Management
Young Plant Production
IPM Program
Food Safety
Plant Nutrition
Crop Scheduling
Commissioning/Start-Up
Manage Direct Reports
QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Plant Science, Horticulture or Related Field
5-10 years’ experience in management role in commercial greenhouse production
Understanding of all aspects of crop production and growing
Experience with climate control software platforms
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ability to thrive at work under minimal supervision/direction
Available to work weekends and work flexible hours as required
The ideal candidate:
Master’s Degree in Plant Science, Horticulture or Related Field
Commercial production experience in hydroponics
Commercial production experience in leafy greens and herbs
Superior problem-solving and analytical skills
Extremely well organized
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
Experience with business intelligence systems
Reliable and highly motivated
Passionate commitment to the company vision
WHO WE ARE
Gotham Greens is a global pioneer in urban greenhouse agriculture and a leading consumer brand of premium-quality
local produce and fresh food products. Gotham Greens’ produce is grown using ecologically sustainable methods in
technologically-sophisticated, climate controlled, urban greenhouses. Gotham Greens provides its diverse retail,
restaurant, and foodservice customers with a local, reliable, year-round supply of salad greens, herbs and fresh food
products grown under the highest standards of food safety and environmental sustainability. The company owns and
operates over 170,000 square feet of greenhouse across four facilities in New York and Chicago and currently has
500,000 square feet of greenhouse under development in five US states. Gotham Greens was founded in 2009 in
Brooklyn, New York.
We are farmers that live in apartments. Our team is hard working, supportive, and passionate about sustainable urban
agriculture. We work to create an environment that is caring, fun, and collaborative.
Gotham Greens is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all applicants in
advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.