Farming Assistant

The Lodge at Blue Sky•Wanship, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsibilities consist of participation in and some ownership over the farm’s activities. These activities include but are not limited to: seeding and maintaining the greenhouse, preparing the ground, irrigation installation and maintenance, transplanting seedlings, weeding, harvesting, processing, and packing. The position will also include being a steward and representative of Gracie’s Farm for Lodge guests and visitors during programmed experiences and events. The position requires significant autonomy, but also the ability to follow a direct management plan. The Farm Assistant position will require attention to detail, commitment and love for the art and science of farming, great interpersonal skills and the love of being outdoors. While farm experience would be a preferred skill set, we will be willing to train the right candidate. Some holidays and weekend days will be REQUIRED for this job. PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS Operational: Support field operations, including but not limited to: soil and bed preparation, planting, cultivation, harvest, and cover crop establishment Help maintain greenhouse operations – sowing, watering, material storage Participate in hoop house and tunnel operations Maintain the landscape and grounds of the farm to be an inviting and beautiful space Maintain Irrigation plan for all crops Participate in processing and packing procedure Be involved in the use of livestock to enrich the soil Deliver produce to the lodge kitchen as well as maintain positive relationship with chef and kitchen Help staff and support farm stand, farmer’s market or CSA program to distribute produce to the community Administrative and Communications: Assist in the inventory of produce on hand, cold room storage, and harvestables Diligently follow task calendar Weekly check-ins with Farm Director or Farm Manager and staff to discuss activities, challenges, solutions, and needs Provide support to other cross department staff with regard to the farm property If needed, communicate with the Lodge staff to coordinate farm experiences for guests Maintain awareness of happenings and situations on farm Guest Services: Welcome and guide guests through the farm depending on their chosen experience Participate in farm activities that guests will reserve – dinners, tours, etc. Be an attentive and informed farm representative at the farm stand, farmers market, or with the CSA Aid with development and implementation of guest-focused experiences Continuing Education: Learn the organic and regenerative process through hands-on experiences and provided resources Become familiar with tools and equipment used on farm Investigate and dive into soil science Participate in any provided resources (Masterclass, Floret Flowers, farm library, USU classes, etc) Be open to further and continuing education as it presents itself

Requirements

Strong work-ethic, potential leadership ability and exceptional interpersonal skills
Adaptability to changing situations with the ability to perform multiple tasks, with multiple priorities
Positive, observant, quick learner, interest in expanding skill and knowledge
Able to work fast and efficiently, on a variety of tasks
Interested in growing organically/sustainably and enthusiastic about local food movement
Excellent communication skills for work with operational personnel on the farm, throughout the property, and with lodge guests
Motivated to work independently and also able to take directions and be a contributing team member
Adherence to high aesthetic standards in all areas
Maintain a professional and outstanding customer service attitude
Ability to use vegetable hand tools and power equipment safely and efficiently
Basic knowledge of vegetable gardening techniques
Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Able to perform physically strenuous tasks, stand or squat for long periods of time, and lift up to 50lbs
Flexibility in atypical work hours

Nice To Haves

farm experience would be a preferred skill set

Responsibilities

Support field operations, including but not limited to: soil and bed preparation, planting, cultivation, harvest, and cover crop establishment
Help maintain greenhouse operations – sowing, watering, material storage
Participate in hoop house and tunnel operations
Maintain the landscape and grounds of the farm to be an inviting and beautiful space
Maintain Irrigation plan for all crops
Participate in processing and packing procedure
Be involved in the use of livestock to enrich the soil
Deliver produce to the lodge kitchen as well as maintain positive relationship with chef and kitchen
Help staff and support farm stand, farmer’s market or CSA program to distribute produce to the community
Assist in the inventory of produce on hand, cold room storage, and harvestables
Diligently follow task calendar
Weekly check-ins with Farm Director or Farm Manager and staff to discuss activities, challenges, solutions, and needs
Provide support to other cross department staff with regard to the farm property
If needed, communicate with the Lodge staff to coordinate farm experiences for guests
Maintain awareness of happenings and situations on farm
Welcome and guide guests through the farm depending on their chosen experience
Participate in farm activities that guests will reserve – dinners, tours, etc.
Be an attentive and informed farm representative at the farm stand, farmers market, or with the CSA
Aid with development and implementation of guest-focused experiences
Learn the organic and regenerative process through hands-on experiences and provided resources
Become familiar with tools and equipment used on farm
Investigate and dive into soil science
Participate in any provided resources (Masterclass, Floret Flowers, farm library, USU classes, etc)
Be open to further and continuing education as it presents itself