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Cacao Orchard Assistant

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Lonohana Estate Chocolate

Waialua, HI (In Person)

$54,080 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/1/2026

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Job Description

Cacao Orchard Assistant Compensation:
Annual Salary depending on experience, Full health, dental & vision, PTO Employment type: full-time Lonohana Estate Chocolate is a tree-to-bar Hawaii chocolate maker, and we are looking for new full-time farming assistants for our cacao operations in Waialua. We are looking for a professional, self-motivated team player. The ideal candidate will have the desire to work with cacao and regenerative agroforestry orchard development. Please note that some weekend day availability is a MUST for this position. This position will be a key role on our growing farm team, and there is absolutely room for growth and advancement as Lonohana's ag programs develop. This role will be based at our country headquarters in Waialua. SUMMARY Responsible for assisting with farm tasks on many fronts, included, but not limited to:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FARM
Fruit harvesting Irrigation maintenance and repair Weeding and site maintenance Orchard pruning Forestry canopy maintenance Communicate with other team members about equipment and facility needs Assist in post-harvest processing, including fermentation and drying Operate machinery ranging from manual snips/pruners and handsaws to chainsaws, weed wackers, tractors and ATVs
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS
Self-starter that thrives on exceeding expectations Orchard and/or cacao background and experience Strong attention to detail Friendly, courteous and approachable demeanor Positive, adaptable, flexible attitude Able to multi-task with ease and grace under pressure Willingness to learn and follow instructions carefully Good time management
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Previous experience in cacao, other tropical orchard spaces, or farm work is ideal, but not required. Must be available to work a varied and flexible schedule
INCLUDING
weekends.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an intermittent basis Ability to work in a standing position for extended periods of time. Handle inclement weather conditions. Please reply to this ad or send a cover letter and resume via email to careerslonohana.com.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Pay:
$24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off
Work Location:
In person