Farm Assistant

Discovery Land Company•Hobe Sound, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do! This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s locations: Atlantic Fields, set outside of West Palm Beach, FL. Atlantic Fields is seeking a Farm Assistant to join the Club Operations Department. The Farm Assistant will report to the Farm Manager to support a successful operation of our 10-acre farm at Atlantic Fields. The Farm Assistant’s primary responsibilities include daily farm operations to support production and farm aesthetics, as well as member engagement and education. This role will also support the overall farm integration with culinary and wellness operations, as well as facilities and equipment maintenance. The Farm Assistant role is a physical, hands-on farming position that also requires some office duties and interpersonal skills, including day-to-day interactions with visiting members and guests, as well as programmed farm tours, classes, outdoor dining experiences, and other farm events. The Farm Assistant is expected to provide all team members, club members, and guests with an “above and beyond” service during their time at the farm. In this role, you will be part of creating the Discovery Land Company experience for our members and fellow employees.

Requirements

Ability to operate garden tools, farm equipment, and machinery.
Possession of a valid driver’s license to operate vehicles.
Strong motivation for sustainability.
Ability to follow oral and written directions in English.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with staff.
Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Long hours may be required due to business demands.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two (2) years of prior farm, greenhouse, edible landscaping, gardening, and/or horticultural experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Daily maintenance of plants, vegetables, fruits, and flowers including propagation, greenhouse operations, transplanting, weeding, watering, harvesting, washing, and packing produce.
Care for farm animals (bees, chickens, ruminants) to include but not limited to providing food, water, shelter, outdoor access, and hygiene.
Provide basic nursery care for perennial trees, shrubs, and vines.
Maintain cleanliness and professional appearance of work area throughout the day.
Operation and maintenance of small garden tools and machinery.
Report any safety, equipment, or maintenance concerns immediately to the Production Manager and Farm Manager.
Collaborate with Production Manager and Farm Manager to maintain farm inventory of seeds, organic fertilizers, and supplies.
Monitor and record key metrics, such as crop yields, daily harvest weights and volumes, animal health, weather, and pest management outcomes.
Showcase the farm/barn/garden areas to members, guests, and prospects by talking about the offerings and benefits.
Respond to all member requests promptly and with care.
Collaborate with the farm team in event planning and educational activities.
Participate in member activities at the farm, teaching and assisting in member and family events at the farm.
Communicate harvesting schedules to the Food and Beverage, Culinary, and Member Services departments.
Monitor harvest weights and volumes, and share with the Executive Chef.
Collaborate with the farm team and culinary team to create and execute new offerings, farm dinners, and activities.
Stock and restock produce as needed throughout the day.
Attend department meetings and trainings as necessary.
Other jobn duties as assigned.