Farm Manager

Southall•Franklin, TN

12h

About The Position

Southall is a destination bringing nature, produce, and people together. The Farm Manager oversees the Farm Cultivation Team, which operates a 2-acre vegetable farm and four acres of apple and berry orchards and produces pasture-raised eggs, chickens, turkeys, and ducks. Farm products supply the property’s restaurants, events, and retail outlets and are grown using organic and regenerative methods. The Farm Manager leads the team and farm operations in support of Southall’s seed-to-fork dining, nature-focused guest experience, and land stewardship goals. The role establishes systems for delivering high-quality produce to the Culinary Team, keeping farm spaces guest-ready and educational, improving farm ecology, and fostering an engaged team with low turnover. The manager works hands-on with the team, develops staff, sets priorities, coordinates labor, and collaborates with other departments.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant work experience in organic or biodynamic farm management.
Experience operating tractors and other farming equipment, with strong knowledge of equipment use and safety.
Proven ability to manage diverse teams while maximizing productivity and efficiency.
Passion for interacting with and educating guests, visitors, and staff of varied ages and backgrounds.
Ability to remain open and flexible to new ways of working with diverse communities.
Passion for sustainable, regenerative, and/or biodynamic farming.
Cooperative, service-oriented attitude; ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities, and complete projects.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-development skills.
Flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks, and ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative team environment.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

Build, develop, and manage the Farm Team in support of Southall’s purpose and farm-related goals.
Design and implement systems to ensure the Culinary Team receives high-quality produce in the right quantities and at the right time.
Ensure farm spaces are guest-ready, sensory-rich, and educational.
Support ongoing improvement in the richness and health of the ecology in farm areas.
Foster high engagement and low turnover among Farm Team employees.
Define Farm Team roles and accountabilities.
Maintain a daily and consistent presence on the farm, helping shape team culture and work quality.
Hire, onboard, and lead training for Farm Team members.
Set long-term direction and short-term priorities for the Farm Team.
Define and manage the Farm Team’s relationship with other departments.
Coordinate weekly labor allocation among different farm areas.
Monitor and promote the collective spirit and morale of the Farm Team.