Farm Manager Position

Successful organic medicinal herb farm in operation for 10 years in Calais, Vermont, seeking experienced farm manager. Responsibilities include planning, planting and harvesting 17 acres in herbs with additional acreage in cover crops. Management includes overseeing all aspects of crop production from greenhouse to field to harvesting and drying; oversight of experienced farmworkers; knowledge of farm machinery. Computer skills required, including Microsoft Office and data management. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Knowledge of Spanish is a plus. Salary commensurate with experience. For more information about our company www.fosterfarmbotanicals.com. Resumes to [email protected].

The Intervale Conservation Nursey (ICN) is hiring two (2) Seed Crew Members for Spring 2024 to work with ICN staff and partners to collect, process, and store native riparian tree and shrub species for restoration practices across the state. As a member of the Intervale Center, each Seed Crew Member will work closely with partners such as North Woods Stewardship Center, Vermont Fish & Wildlife Service, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, ICN, and other restoration practitioners and nurseries statewide. 

Through these projects, the Seed Crew Members will gain experience in the development and implementation of projects that are valuable to the restoration and enhancement of riparian habitats and will build connections among partners to develop their network within this field.

For a full job description and instructions on how to apply, please visit https://www.intervale.org/join-our-team. 

The Intervale Conservation Nursery (ICN) is hiring a Propagation Assistant for the 2024 growing season. The Propagation Assistant is an essential role in production of native tree and shrub propagation at Intervale Conservation Nursery. This position reports to the Sales Manager and works with the ICN team to produce conservation grade trees and shrubs and achieve nursery goals. The Propagation Assistant supports greenhouse production, facilitates volunteer workdays, and coordinates field production and transplanting with the ICN team. 

For a full job description and instructions on how to apply, please visit https://www.intervale.org/join-our-team.

The Intervale Center's Conservation Nursey is hiring a seasonal crew member. The Conservation Nursery Planting Crew will support the Intervale Center’s conservation efforts by assisting in tree harvest, planting, and general nursery tasks, as well as participating in invasive species removal and stewardship projects.

For a full job description and instructions on how to apply, please visit https://www.intervale.org/join-our-team.

The Intervale Food Hub Operations Coordinator works collaboratively with the Intervale Food Hub team to successfully implement operations, increase efficiency and productivity, and run free food distributions year-round in the greater Burlington area. The Operations Coordinator will help maintain the Intervale Food Hub facility, trucks and equipment infrastructure, food safety standards and quality management programs, and wholesale order fulfillment. This position will work closely with the Intervale Food Hub team to enhance systems for increased efficiency, quality, and safety in all aspects of the program. They will participate in weekly gleaning efforts and facilitate volunteer groups on various farms within the Intervale and Chittenden County, working closely with the Food Access Manager. This position will assist in the distribution of produce at various sites throughout the broader Burlington community, creating a convenient, dignified, safe and welcoming experience. This position also provides support as needed to the charitable food production spaces, the People’s Farm and Garden, and supports the development of current and new food access programming.

For a full job description and instructions on how to apply, please visit https://www.intervale.org/join-our-team.

The Center for an Agricultural Economy (CAE) in Hardwick Vermont, is looking for a reliable individual to join our Just Cut production team! CAE’s social enterprise, Just Cut, has two primary goals; fair prices for our farm partners, and consistent, high-quality local products for institutions such as schools, hospitals, and colleges. This is a temporary position through May 2024, a part-time and hourly position. This job is working in an industrial kitchen setting where safe food handling practices, working closely with a team, and attention to detail are required. The ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and work on your feet all day is a necessity.

JOB DETAILS
Position: Just Cut Production Assistant
Reports to: Just Cut Production Manager
Schedule: 20-30 hours, half days to full days, some flexibility in scheduling
Compensation: $18.50 per hour/part-time, non-exempt, temporary
Benefits: Access to CAE’s Employee Assistance Program

HIRING PROCESS
We are looking to fill this job position immediately and will accept applications until the position is filled. Selected candidates will have an initial phone interview, followed by a tour of Just Cut’s kitchen space. Candidates will be asked to provide references. CAE is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. CAE will make any reasonable accommodations needed for individuals with disabilities during the interview process and for our staff. For accommodation inquiries, please email us.

TO APPLY
Email us with your resume and include “Just Cut Production Assistant” in your email subject line. We’re interested to hear your thoughts on any life or work experience as it relates to this position. Or stop by and fill out an application at our main office. Let us know if you have any questions!

Farmstand and Café Crew members work primarily in the farmstand and will be trained to work in the Hello Café as needed. In this customer-facing service role, you must be able to work efficiently and skillfully under pressure. The ideal candidate for this position will have a service-minded attitude, a friendly demeanor, and a strong interest in food, cooking, and local, organic agriculture.

Full-Season

Mid-April to December, 20 to 40 hrs/wk

Read the full job description and apply on our website: https://cedarcirclefarm.org/about/job/2024-full-season-farmstand-cafe-c….

Summer

May-August, 20 to 40 hrs/wk

Read the full job description and apply on our website: https://cedarcirclefarm.org/about/job/2024-summer-farmstand-cafe-crew.

Root 5 Farm is a certified organic vegetable farm located on 38 acres in Fairlee, Vermont, along the Connecticut River. The fertile river bottom soils provide a rich environment for growing over 100 different varieties of vegetables.

We're dedicated to growing practices that use a holistic approach to soil fertility, pest control and plant and animal health. We build our soil through crop rotation, cover cropping, and minimal tillage and are committed to a healthy workplace, environment, and community.

All members of our tight-knit crew have their hands in the soil planting, hoeing, weeding, mulching, pruning, trellising, harvesting, washing and packing produce. In the spring our team also works together on infrastructure projects, and fall finds us in the farm kitchen making kimchi, kraut, herbed salts, and other value-added products.

At Root 5 Farm it's important to us that all employees enjoy:

• A respectful, welcoming, and supportive work environment
• All you can eat delicious vegetables and krauts
• 40 hour work weeks so you can rely on work day hours starting and ending on time
• Time and half paid for any overtime hours in a 2 week pay period 
• Opportunities to grow and develop new skills
• Opportunities to collaborate and provide input on the farm
   

JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

Vegetable Production Crew (Full time, seasonal)
Full time (40 hours/week)
Full Season, late April - late November
Pay starting at $17/hour

Responsibilities:
- Participate in all aspects of food production including greenhouse seedling production, planting, weeding, mulching, pruning, trellising, harvesting, washing, and packing produce.
- Be an active member of a small team to take on projects, solve problems, and work together.
- Harvest and pack orders for 400+ CSA shares and local wholesale accounts.
- Potentially load and deliver CSA shares to various drop site locations around the Upper Valley.
- Assist in the farm kitchen making sauerkraut and other value-added products in the fall. 
 

Morning Harvest Crew (Part time, seasonal)
Part-time, mornings 7am-noon, minimum 15 hours/week.
Seasonal, please inquire for more details
Pay starting at $17/hour

Responsibilities:
- Be an active member of a small team to take on projects, solve problems, and work together.
- This position has a particular focus on harvesting produce.

For more information and to apply, click here (or visit www.root5farm.com).