Seasonal Vegetable Grower

Duties and Responsibilities Rock Cobble Farm is seeking a Seasonal Vegetable Grower to support crop production. The Seasonal Vegetable Grower is a supporting role on the production team, working under the direction of the Production Supervisor and alongside the Farmstand Assistant & Vegetable Grower. The position supports vegetable production in the gardens and greenhouse throughout the growing season and assists with weekly Farmstand operations on Saturdays as required.

Schedule:

Seasonal, April through October. Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, 30 minute break.

Status:

Seasonal, hourly Vegetable Production & Crop Maintenance Planting and maintaining vegetable crops through trellising, cultivating, mulching, and pruning Harvesting crops at their peak ripeness and readiness for restaurants and the Farmstand Working closely with the Production Supervisor on weighing harvested items for distribution Scouting for pests and applying organic treatments as needed Ensuring plants are accurately labeled Supporting succession planting under the direction of the Production Supervisor Assisting with tea harvesting and production tasks as needed Keeping all work areas clean and ensuring tools are properly stored at the end of each workday Loading harvested produce and transporting it to the Farmstand. Speaking with customers about produce, plants, flowers, and other Farmstand offerings, answering questions, and maintaining a warm, welcoming presence on the floor Assisting with breakdown at the end of the day, cleaning the area, and returning unsold produce and inventory to the barn and walk in cooler Qualifications Prior experience in vegetable production, commercial gardening, or greenhouse operations preferred Working knowledge of basic organic growing practices is a plus Comfort interacting with customers in a retail setting Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction from the Production Supervisor and Farmstand Assistant & Vegetable Grower Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and willingness to learn Available Tuesday through Saturday during the season, including all Saturday Farmstand dates from late June through October Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Physical Requirements This position involves frequent physical activity, time outdoors, and exposure to seasonal weather. The candidate must be able to perform the following, with or without reasonable accommodation: Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day Stand, walk, and remain on foot for extended periods Work outdoors in a range of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and humidity Operate hand tools and basic horticultural equipment safely

Pay:

$18.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person