Participate in Vermont’s local food system through the sale, fulfillment and delivery of pasture-raised meats. Help build a retail-focused system to bring more food to our direct community. Join a team of hard-working individuals who support, teach, and learn from each other.

The Farm

Maple Wind Farm is a pasture-based livestock farm operating in Richmond and Bolton, Vermont for more than 20 years. The farm produces pasture-raised non-GMO pork, turkeys, layer and broiler chickens, and 100% grass-fed beef. The core of our agricultural mission centers around daily moves of our livestock, providing animals with the freshest pasture possible, while regenerating soil & water resources. Our certified organic, USDA poultry slaughter and meat processing plant allows us to bring these high-quality, regenerative proteins directly to our discerning customers.

• Positive farm team culture is built on respect and lean principles
• We believe in work/life balance - 4 days/10 hr shifts with 3 continuous days off
• We are a leader in on-farm processing and pasture-raised proteins

The Position

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, passionate individual to become our Sales, Fulfillment and Inventory Manager. This position works with Direct and Wholesale Sales, improving order packing systems, tracking our inventory, curating and merchandising our on-farm market, and running our Home Delivery and On-Farm Pick-up programs. Candidates must be committed to a positive and effective workplace culture based on respect. Wage is competitive depending on experience, and includes farm food, professional development opportunities, Worker’s Compensation Insurance - covering injuries on the job, and a monthly health stipend for expenses beyond health insurance coverage.

• On-farm Market curation and systems
• Shipping and Delivery management
• Whole farm inventory management and ordering
• Interact with customers through deliveries, pick-ups, and on-farm market

The Location

Richmond, Vermont is a small town just 20 minutes away from Burlington (VT’s largest city), and nestled on the western slopes of the Green Mountains. Vermont is known for spectacular natural scenery and access to a wide variety of outdoor pursuits such as skiing, hiking, fishing, mountain biking.

Why Should You Apply?

• Develop and manage systems to make local, pasture-raised meats accessible to our community
• Join a supportive, mission-driven team

• Opportunities to develop sales and inventory management skills

   

Contact: Please email Lindsay St. Pierre, Farm Director, work@maplewindfarm.com with a resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!

Live off the land in spacious farmhouse with couple on their beautiful, bountiful Newbury farm for decades. Help with indoor tasks in addition to providing companionship. Opportunities for growth and learning about farming are abundant. $0 rent. Heat, hot water, electricity, internet, food all included. 802-863-5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, references, background checks required. EHO

Seeking a reliable, flexible, hardworking, aggressively punctual, skilled worker for greenhouse/high tunnel construction across Vermont for the 2025 building season - roughly April > November.

Must have reliable text, phone, email, transportation and driver's license, be willing to commute and travel for occasional overnight projects. Oh, and you must be reliable, dependable, hardworking, and PUNCTUAL!

Ideal candidate will have building/carpentry skills, experience with high tunnels or high tunnel construction, a real willingness to work hard, and not be afraid of moderate heights.

This position is physically demanding, but in a good way. Great pay for the right person. Must love dogs.

PLEASE respond with a detailed outline of your experience, location, resume, references, and wage expectation. I will only respond to qualified individuals that meet the requirements and expectations listed above.

The position is full time, weekdays and weekends as needed weather dependent and starting around April 1, 2025.

Go to www.vineripe.net/employment for more information

Thanks!

Seeking a reliable, flexible, hardworking, aggressively punctual, skilled worker for greenhouse/high tunnel construction across Vermont for the 2025 building season - roughly April > November.

Must have reliable text, phone, email, transportation and driver's license, be willing to commute and travel for occasional overnight projects. Oh, and you must be reliable, dependable, hardworking, and PUNCTUAL!

Ideal candidate will have building/carpentry skills, experience with high tunnels or high tunnel construction, a real willingness to work hard, and not be afraid of moderate heights.

This position is physically demanding, but in a good way. Great pay for the right person. Must love dogs.

PLEASE respond with a detailed outline of your experience, location, resume, references, and wage expectation. I will only respond to qualified individuals that meet the requirements and expectations listed above.

The position is full time, weekdays and weekends as needed weather dependent and starting around April 1, 2025.

Go to www.vineripe.net/employment for more information

Thanks!

Position starts February/March 2025.

About Us

Karmê Chöling is a Buddhist meditation center located in Barnet, Vermont. Established in 1970, Karmê Chöling offers mindfulness programs in a welcoming community setting for both new and experienced practitioners in Shambhala meditation. Our 450-acre property includes trails, retreat cabins, an organic garden, and a main building that hosts up to 60 residents. Residential staff form the heart of our community and commit to:

• 35 hours per week, plus ~2 additional hours of community-related tasks
• Attending weekly staff & community meetings and periodic staff trainings
• Participating in daily meditation practice and cultivating a culture of kindness and mindfulness

Overview of the Role

Our one-acre garden has been managed organically for 35 years, producing vegetables, flowers, herbs, shiitake mushrooms, and berries. The Garden Manager will oversee daily operations and work closely with the Senior Garden Manager, supervising a full-time garden assistant and volunteer staff. This role is ideal for a skilled gardener passionate about organic farming, team leadership, and fostering a mindful, community-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute garden operations, including seeding, soil prep, irrigation, weeding, organic pest management, and harvest.
• Collaborate with the chef and other departments to meet the organization’s needs.
• Supervise and inspire a garden team, including a garden assistant and volunteers.
• Manage two greenhouses, oversee composting, and implement cover cropping for soil fertility.
• Maintain communication and foster a welcoming atmosphere in the garden.

Qualifications

• Formal training or equivalent lived experience as a gardener or farmer.
• Knowledge of organic or regenerative agriculture principles and practices.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Flexibility with work hours, including availability during peak seasons.

Compensation and Benefits

• Monthly stipend, commensurate with experience.
• Room and board, including a personal room, daily meals, and access to shared spaces.
• 28 personal days annually.
• Free access to qualifying meditation programs and retreats.
• Dedicated support for meditation practice, including a personal Meditation Instructor.
• Generous guest policy.
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To apply, see our website and application form here:

https://www.karmecholing.org/forms/job-opportunities

Red Wagon Plants is known for high-quality, organic plants, an efficient, system-based workflow, and stellar customer service. We have a fun work atmosphere with fellow plant lovers, a beautiful work environment, free plants for our own gardens, and a paid lunch break. Our season is early, short, and builds to a very fast pace before slowing down for the summer months. 

Open Positions:

Retail Team Member - Part Time

We are looking for plant lovers to join the retail team in a part time position. This job involves running the register, fielding customer’s gardening questions as well as fronting and restocking plants. We are looking for folks who are alert to their surroundings and are able to effortlessly switch between different tasks like restocking and helping multiple customers. Engaging with Red Wagon’s customers is a very rewarding job and well suited for someone with an outgoing personality.

3-4 days per week from mid April to July/August.
Starting pay $18-$20 per hour depending on experience.

Retail Team Member - Full Time 

We're looking for someone to join our retail team in a full time capacity and work closely with our retail manager. This person will be responsible for managing our plant inventory of annual flowers and foliage plants in two of our retail greenhouses. This means restocking plants from the production greenhouses into the retail greenhouse, creating and maintaining beautiful and inspiring displays, and keeping the spaces tidy and clean. We are looking for someone who understands the importance of visual merchandising for selling products, in this case, plants. This position also requires stellar customer service skills and the ability to work as a reliable team member. Working in retail at Red Wagon Plants is a dynamic balance of physical labor and customer service with very little uninterrupted time.

From early April to the end of September. 
Starting pay $18-$24 per hour depending on experience.

Production team member - Part Time and Full Time

We are looking for a few new members to join the production team in a full time and part time capacity. The production team is responsible for seeding, potting up and transplanting all plants. This job is very repetitive and physical. We are looking for folks who are detail oriented even at a fast pace and are able to pick up systems quickly. All production staffers need to work well in a team and be ready to switch tasks and jump in to assist other teammates as needed to keep the operation running smoothly. Bonus: In production, employees get to interact with baby plants all day long and the production manager makes awesome playlists.

3-5 days per week from the beginning of March/mid April through the end of May.
Starting pay $18-$20 per hour depending on experience.

Wholesale Delivery Driver - Full Time

We are looking for a detail oriented person who is able to drive a 16 ft box truck or cargo van (no CDL needed). This job is very physical and involves lifting, bending and carrying trays all day long. Having some plant or gardening knowledge is important because our drivers need to identify and find plants across our 12 greenhouses and load them quickly onto trucks. 

From mid-April to mid-June.
Starting wage is $22 per hour or more depending on experience.

You can find more details and apply on our website.

https://www.redwagonplants.com/join-our-team

Summary of Position:

The Intervale Center in Burlington, Vermont seeks an enthusiastic Events Manager to join our growing organization. This position is a member of the Center’s Development team, providing important leadership in event management and logistics, and community engagement. An ideal candidate has at least two years of experience working in event logistics and a passion for hospitality, food, planning, and the outdoors! 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Working closely with the Development team and other Intervale Center staff, provide planning and logistics management for all Intervale Center events including house parties, partner events, and our annual fundraising dinner, the Midsummer’s Feast.

• Plan and manage Summervale and Wintervale events from identifying vendors, hiring seasonal staff, and planning engaging activities to day-of management of team, volunteers, and partner organizations.

• Coordinate and staff select community and development event programs with Development and Land Stewardship staff, such as cooking classes and nature walks.

• Manage inquiries and scheduling for the Community Barn and other facility rentals, including wedding rentals and logistics. Staff weekend rentals as needed. 

• Develop, plan, and execute event revenue goals, budgeting, and tracking. Grow rental revenue while creating efficient rental management systems.

• Hire and oversee seasonal event staff and manage event volunteers. 

• Act as site point of contact for all renters and outside vendors ensuring a smooth and positive rental experience.

• Manage corporate sponsorships program and hosted fundraisers, including tap takeovers and tabling opportunities.

• Act as an important ambassador and public face of the organization. 

• Staff events, including set up and break down. This includes greeting vendors, creating and posting signage, setting up tables, organizing rentals, ordering and arranging food and beverages, and cleaning up.

• Support all other development activities as needed, including appeals, communications, donor visits, and board engagement. 

• Participate in the development and monitoring of the strategic plan and long-term development planning as well as anti-racism work.

• Participate in staff meetings, retreats, events, and contribute to organizational planning and strategy.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years of experience working in event logistics. A hospitality, service, or restaurant background is a plus. 

• Highly organized and proactive.

• Strong project management and time management skills, and excellent attention to detail.

• Great customer service and “people” skills. 

• Strong verbal and written communication and public speaking skills.

• Intermediate Excel and Canva skills. 

• Budget management experience.

• Ability to thrive individually and collaborate with others.

• Ability to problem-solve, make effective decisions, and think on your feet.

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs and stand for long periods of time. Must be comfortable working in all weather.

• A passion for community food systems, creativity, and the desire to grow professionally. 

• Must love food!

• Must be available to work occasional nights and weekends.

Intervale Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity of experience, background, and perspective to enrich our work. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. Open to considering applicants with unique professional experience that may differ from the above qualifications but meet the demands of the position.

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and three references to jobs@intervale.org by January 3, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Compensation is $28.00 per hour with an excellent benefits package (health, dental, vision & life insurance, 401(k) with match), CTO, sick time, and other limited wellness benefits. This is an in-person position based in Burlington, Vermont.