Carversville Farm Foundation Position:

Seasonal Vegetable Farmer Reports to:

Vegetable Production Manager Compensation:

$19 per hour

Benefits:

PTO Schedule:

ASAP - November 25, 5 days per week, 40 - 50 hours per week Carversville Farm Foundation (CFF) is a non-profit that runs a philanthropic, diversified, regenerative, certified organic farm. We grow produce, eggs and meat to the highest standards and donate 100% of our harvests to Philadelphia-area soup kitchens, year-round. Want to join a talented, committed crew in beautiful Bucks County, PA and improve your farming skills while raising chef-quality harvests to give away to communities in need! Join us!

About the position:

Our vegetable team raises top-quality organic produce from seed to harvest and seedlings for urban farms. We have 20 acres in production, two high tunnels for year-round production, a new wash-and-pack facility, and a log-grown shiitake operation. We use cultivating tractors, water wheel transplanters, root harvesters and other equipment that help maximize efficiency. Cover cropping, soil tests and a fertility program helps keep our soils healthy and balanced. Requirements 1 year vegetable production experience preferred Demonstrate record keeping ability Proficient at harvesting, weeding and planting Ability to handle product from harvest to packaging while maintaining food safety (FSMA) standards Responsibilities Working with our team to execute daily tasks including: Greenhouse watering and seeding, transplanting, crop maintenance Pest and disease management Implement and maintain irrigation Harvest vegetables according to farm's standards Contribute to a safe and orderly working environment Support record keeping Skills We are looking for people committed to our mission and procedures with these abilities: Work independently and on a team Dependable and organized Positive attitude and strong work ethic Readiness to work outside in all weather conditions Detail oriented and able to multitask Ability to lift 50 lbs Desire to learn Flexible in schedule and tasks This job description covers key responsibilities but does not capture all job duties. We work as a team and there are times we need all hands on deck to accomplish a task. Flexibility is key to joining our dynamic team.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person