Join the Cedar Circle team and contribute to our local food system by producing and distributing sustainably grown, organic produce on a farm that is dedicated to our natural environment, community engagement, education, research and the well being of our staff!

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Processing Area Lead supports all aspects of Cedar Circle’s farm operations with a primary focus on performing and overseeing the washing and packing of vegetables, fruits, and herbs. The position plays a role in identifying daily and weekly farm priorities and is responsible for upholding records and systems to ensure the highest level of food safety and compliance with FSMA. This position also plays a critical role in facilitating effective communication throughout the farm team and when available participates in daily farm tasks including field cultivation, planting, irrigation, weeding, and vegetable harvests.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Crew coordination – coordinate and supervise daily tasks of Cedar Circle’s field crew, including:
Clearly communicate and delegate weekly and daily harvest and processing priorities to field crew
Train and mentor production crew members in performance of harvest and packing duties, ensuring food safety, and product quality standards are met
Enforce existing post-harvest handling practices to ensure freshness and cleanliness of produce
Work alongside crew in a leadership role when not engaged in the PA
Act as a point of contact to answer harvest and processing questions as they develop throughout the day
Help to establish a positive and nurturing work environment for all members of the crew
Promptly address any staffing issues that may arise
Relay relevant information regarding crew performance and questions to farm management

Harvest, Processing, and Packing – under the supervision of and in close collaboration with the farm manager, responsible for coordinating and performing the following:
Coordinate and facilitate harvests
Communicate effectively with farm stand, kitchen, and market personnel
Ensure harvest and packing tasks are performed in a timely, effective, safe, and efficient manner
Plan and delegate the harvest process to meet deadlines.
Ensure quality of produce meets Cedar Circle’s high standards
Perform quality control, wash, and pack with care and thoroughness
Pack to preserve quality of all produce
Ensure that all orders are packed accurately, clearly labeled, and accounted for
Maintain clean and organized walk-ins and food storage areas
Oversee regular cleaning and good working order of facility, coolers, equipment, and harvesting totes
Maintain appropriate produce backstock
Maintain inventory of packing and washing supplies for PA
Maintain highest level of food safety and facility cleanliness
Point person for CAPS (Community Accreditation Program for Produce Safety) and FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) compliance
Update and utilize farm food safety manual
Record all necessary data needed for harvest, PA cleaning, and compliance with the CAPS program, FSMA, and USDA Organic Certification

Farm Planning and Management – in collaboration with the Farm Manager and Crew Lead
Assist in establishment of weekly harvest and processing priorities and the development of weekly work schedules
Participate in implementation and improvement of the farm's Food Safety Plan
Assist in crop planning efforts and development of organization systems and documents specific to harvest, processing, and food safety

Other Farm Duties
Assist Crew Lead (CL) in vegetable production duties and record keeping
Assist the Veg Production Manager in field production and farm crew supervision when the CL is not present
Tractor work, depending on previous experience and interest level
Participate in all aspects of field production including field cultivation, planting, irrigation, weeding, and harvests
Assist the Veg Production Manager with hiring needs
Participate in educational activities or events as required and pre-arranged by Education Program Manager

QUALIFICATIONS
At least one full season previous vegetable farming experience, two years preferable
Competence delivering clear directions and project supervision to crews
Leadership experience
Clear and concise recordkeeping and note taking
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strict attention to detail and strong understanding of washing and packing standards
Positive, energetic interpersonal skills and passion for mentoring new farmers
Ability to take direction, ask for help/clarity, and give/accept constructive feedback on work and technique
Clear, consistent communication skills
Flexible, creative, and able to perform well in diverse conditions and under pressure
Ability to work for long durations in inclement weather – standing, sitting, bending over, or kneeling

COMPENSATION
This is a year-round position, full-time March through October and part-time November through February. The Processing Area Lead is an hourly position with benefits including health benefits (50% of the group premium is employer paid), paid time off, fresh produce, and a 20% discount to our farm stand. Pay range is $17-19/hour, depending on qualifications.

Temporary (1-2 months) on site housing potentially available to allow time for transition to the Upper Valley

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references through the employment application on our website: https://cedarcirclefarm.org/about/job/processing-area-lead. Apply by April 10th for first consideration. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis after this date until the position is filled.

Cedar Circle Farm is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are a mid-sized farm in Tunbridge. We are looking for a few dedicated folks who have some knowhow and a lot of heart. We are trying to expand what we do as we bring fresh produce to our town. We have an acre vegetable garden, a 75-tree apple orchard, bees, goats, and chickens. We have a farm stand and are looking to continue to expand.

We also have some available housing, flexible hours.

For over 30 years, the Intervale Center has led a community food revolution that sustains farms, land, and people. We manage hundreds of acres of land and have pioneered farm and food innovations like farm business incubation, commercial composting, riparian restoration, gleaning, and food hub development. To learn more visit intervale.org.

The Intervale Center seeks a Music Production Assistant to work with sound technicians and the Intervale Center Summervale team to coordinate, promote, and support Summervale’s musicians and performers. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in events sound production who has a passion for community food systems! An ideal candidate works well independently and as part of a team, enjoys working at busy, fast-paced events, has great communication skills and an interest in community music events and willingness to learn.

This position is part-time and seasonal. 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. The complete job description with instructions on how to apply can be found at https://www.intervale.org/get-involved#employment-banner.

For over 30 years, the Intervale Center has led a community food revolution that sustains farms, land, and people. We manage hundreds of acres of land and have pioneered farm and food innovations like farm business incubation, commercial composting, riparian restoration, gleaning, and food hub development. To learn more visit intervale.org.

The Intervale Center seeks an energetic and creative Events and Communications Assistant who is passionate about our mission. The Events and Communication Assistant will work with Intervale Center staff to produce a successful summer event season through event and communications support. This position will coordinate logistics and manage event flow in support of fundraising events, community education events, and eight Summervale events, as well as event and sponsorship promotion across communication channels. An ideal candidate works well independently, values attention to detail and is highly organized, enjoys working at busy, fast-paced events, has excellent communication skills, and experience with customer service, event planning, and coordination.

This position is part-time and seasonal. 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. The complete job description with instructions on how to apply can be found at https://www.intervale.org/get-involved#employment-banner.

For over 30 years, the Intervale Center has led a community food revolution that sustains farms, land, and people. We manage hundreds of acres of land and have pioneered farm and food innovations like farm business incubation, commercial composting, riparian restoration, gleaning, and food hub development. To learn more visit intervale.org.

The Intervale Center seeks Event Staff to provide support to events like weddings, parties, business meetings, and partnered events using Intervale Center facilities by answering questions, troubleshooting, opening and closing buildings before and after events, and being a main contact in case of emergencies. Events take place during evenings and weekends. An ideal candidate is trustworthy, responsible, and communicative, and has some customer service experience.

This position is part-time and seasonal. 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. The complete job description with instructions on how to apply can be found at https://www.intervale.org/get-involved#employment-banner.

Black Dirt Farm
Chicken Tender Position

Job Description

Farm Description
Black Dirt Farm is an integrated and diversified agroecological family farm in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom designed to mimic the carbon cycle. We operate a year-round food scrap collection route to collect organic discards from our community. We strive to put this “waste” to as much positive use as we can. We blend the food scraps into a compost mix which provides forage for our laying hens, then make compost and worm castings with the excess food and manure, and finally, we sell and use the resulting products to nourish our soils and crops. Our farm is firmly based in regenerative agricultural practices and the creation of ecologically-thriving and socially-just food systems. As of 2021, we diverted 13.6 million pounds of food scraps from the landfill, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by the equivalent of not burning 603,598 gallons of gasoline and capturing enough nitrogen to fertilize over 1,000 acres of mixed vegetable crops.

Being a part of Black Dirt Farm means working in an environment that is both caring and efficient. The farm requires creative and driven individuals who can work as part of a dynamic and, often, fast-paced team but also be individually responsible for managing their own tasks with professionalism and quality.

We believe the farm thrives most when we have a diversity of people and experiences that inform what we do and how we do it. At Black Dirt Farm a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all Crew Members, volunteers, and customers—of all genders and gender identities, races, ethnicities, national origins, ages, sexual orientations, educations, or abilities—feel valued and respected. We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages, and work to ensure that all voices are valued and heard. To foster a healthy farm community, Black Dirt Farm does not tolerate marginalizing behavior, language, or harassment. We’re committed to a thriving work environment that yields exceptional products and collective growth.

Laying Hen Operation Description
At Black Dirt Farm we integrate our laying flock into the farm’s carbon cycle. We carry a flock of 1200 birds through the winter and overlap two flocks from May-October when we bring in young birds. Young birds occupy a stationary greenhouse with ‘spoked’ pastures, while the older birds are moved out of the greenhouse to mobile coops and are rotated on pasture through the summer. This flock grows progressively smaller through the summer as we cull hens on a monthly basis.

The hens forage on a food scrap-based compost blend as part of their overall ration, year round. During the grazing season all birds are intensively grazed free-range. Hens’ are also fed non-GMO grain. We respect our hens and seek to provide them with the greatest amount of autonomy possible, by focusing on creating opportunities for choice - generally in terms of food sources and environments to choose from. Our hens are not certified organic because of the food scraps we use in their forage, however feed aside we generally follow organic practices, and otherwise utilize Human Standards as a reference point for our housing and pasture sizing and designs. Culled laying hens are processed and sold as Stewing Hens.

Job Description
The Chicken Tender is in charge of the routine aspects of the Laying Hen operation, including executing daily chores, monthly coop clean out, egg washing and packing, order fulfillment, sawdust bedding collection, and related seasonal tasks. More hours may be offered for farm chores, office cleaning, and miscellaneous projects and tasks. You will often manage your own time and must be able to complete daily tasks without being told or prompted. This is a physical job often requiring the lifting and movement of substantial weight. Each enterprise on the farm is small and therefore requires the operator be committed to working at a good pace, utilizing existing organizational and operational systems, and focusing on efficiency.

Reports to: Hen Wrangler or Owner

Hours per Week: 15-20

Job Tasks/ Sphere of Responsibility *
Daily Chores (feeding, watering, bedding coop and sorting eggs )
Egg washing, packing and order fulfillment
Monthly coop clean out
Repeating daily tasks, without needing to be told
Ability to work on your own and manage your own time
On-going professional development and systems improvement
Time tracking and task refinement

*Note: In addition to lifting considerable weight during many of these tasks, this position requires handling fine sawdust, manures, active compost, and other materials that can be irritating to breathe for some people. Protective respirators are available for use, however for individuals with sensitive respiratory systems or compromised immune systems, this may not be adequate and you should consider this position potentially compromising to your health.

Job Requirements
Hardworking and focused
Ability to manage your time, working alone in some cases(great time for podcasts and music)
Ability to follow operational procedures
Repeating daily tasks without being told
Experience working with livestock or poultry
A desire to master tasks and make excellent products
Excellent communication skills and emotional maturity
Superior time and task management skills
Experience in a team environment and comfortability with providing and receiving constructive feedback.
Appreciation of hard work and how farm’s work
Comfortability with busy work environments and following schedules and standard operating procedures
Appreciation for the importance of efficiency in operating a small-scale farm and the necessary requirements to keep tasks as contained as possible.

Schedule
Friday-Sunday 8AM-1/2pm