Culinary Farmer
About The Position
One Oak Farm produces naturally grown vegetables, fruits and herbs using organic practices that prioritize soil health and ecological diversity on the farm. Our choice in minimizing tillage necessitates the extensive use of hand tools, and this approach offers those interested in farming a unique opportunity to forge an intimate relationship with the soil, plants and the broader ecology of the farm. The work is highly physical, often repetitive, and being outdoors means working through the heat of the summer and the cold of the winter. For the right individual, the work we do on the farm is also immensely rewarding and provides us with limitless opportunities to learn. The Culinary Farmer will work as part of a small team and be directly involved with all aspects of the farming operation. While the work may be repetitive at times, tasks vary each day and throughout the season.
Requirements
- Ability and willingness to follow simple verbal and written instructions, as well as receive constructive feedback
- Ability to bend, sit, squat and kneel frequently
- Ability to lift, or assist in lifting, heavy loads often in excess of 50 pounds
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, displaying excellent communication and organizational skills
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to operate all hand tools, small power mowers and general landscaping equipment
- Two years of experience farming or related without an Associate’s degree
- Ability to perform manual labor on a daily basis under various weather conditions
- Ability to regularly lift 70 pounds
- Ability to work during inclement weather when the Company is closed or has a delayed opening
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree in Horticulture or related preferred
- Some experience preferred with an Associate’s degree
Responsibilities
- Seeding and propagation in our greenhouse
- Harvesting, processing and delivering produce grown on the farm
- Cultivating, weeding and performing general landscape maintenance as needed
- Planting, pruning, trellising and general care and maintenance of field crops
- Assisting in the onboarding and training of new farm team members
- Hosting and/or assisting visitors to the farm
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
