Farm Crew Member

Meadowood Napa Valley•Saint Helena, CA

5d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Meadowood’s Culinary Farm grows unique, seasonally appropriate crops using organic and sustainable techniques on 3.5 acres. Emphasis is placed on efficient market-farming techniques and systems, experimentation with new crops and varieties, and the utilization of all edible portions of the plant’s life-cycle. Using these techniques and with careful planning, communication and collaboration with the kitchen team, the farm produces year round products for the restaurant’s hyper seasonal menu. The culinary farmer position offers an extremely unique work and learning experience. The culinary farmer will rotate through different units of responsibility on the farm during their tenure with the goal of developing a well-rounded market farming skillset and a full understanding of a farm to restaurant relationship.

Requirements

English proficiency is a plus.
Previous gardening or farming experience is preferred, but not required.
A genuine interest in sustainable agriculture, food systems, and farm-to-table operations is highly valued.

Responsibilities

Assist in all regular garden tasks including harvest, planting, weeding, bed preparation, and general maintenance.
Become familiar with different crop varieties and harvest standards.
Periodic deliveries to kitchens/outlets.
Be comfortable communicating as part of a professional and collaborative team.
Be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
Able to perform physically demanding work in all weather conditions.
Have strong attention to detail and ability to follow standards closely.
Be comfortable operating farm tools, equipment, and machinery in a safe and responsible manner.