Job DESCRIPTION |

  • Available Position: Seasonal, Part-time

  • We are looking to hire someone to work along side us on our small-scale vegetable farm. Our farm is small and so is our team - this provides a unique working & learning opportunity for the right person. Someone who has a passion for farming or is serious about pursuing a career in farming would be an ideal candidate for this position. We are seeking someone with grit! This work is as physically, mentally and emotionally demanding as it is rewarding! The right person for this position will enjoy working outside, working with their hands, creative problem solving, repetitive tasks, and eating veggies! Physical, mental and emotional endurance and resilience are highly desirable working traits for this position. Must be willing to work outside in all weather conditions, be able to repeatedly lift at 50+ lbs, have the ability to work quickly/efficiently and with attention to detail. Prompt and clear communication is a must! The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work well on a small team while also being able to work independently and take initiative. The ideal candidate will take pride in their work, have a strong work ethic, and be interested in the overall success of the farm. Priority will be given to those with a desire to farm or homestead in the future. Full season commitment required

Responsibilities may include

  • Planting, cultivation/weeding, bed/field preparation, harvesting, washing & packing vegetables, fulfilling/packing orders, irrigation, garden & wash/pack clean up, assisting in small building projects, trellising, row cover, mulching, greenhouse watering, greenhouse seeding, hay loading

EXPERIENCE

  • Prior farm experience is required.

Commitment

  • Now - Sept | Tuesday, Friday

  • 16 hrs/wk

  • Full season commitment required (baring extenuating circumstances)

Compensation

  • $15/hr + take home veggies


To apply

Please email the following to mountainwisenc@gmail.com

  • Cover Letter | introduce yourself, your desire to farm or grow food, why you think you would be a good fit for our farm, your prior farming experience

  • Resume | work experience & 2 professional references with contact information

  • Application will remain open until filled