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Farm worker(s) for Late Summer through Fall - 2019 season: Robin Hollow Farm, Saunderstown RI
We are looking for a couple of happy, organized folks who love being outside to finish out our season as we lose part of our crew to school starting. We are accepting applicants for both full and part-time. Previous farm experience is not required, but some sort of work that is fast-paced in your resume is. This is not a floral design position.
Robin Hollow Farm is a fast-paced, diverse flower farm. The farm uses sustainable and/or organic methods on about four acres in Saunderstown, RI. We produce a wide variety of cut flowers and plants for three farmers' markets, on-farm sales and weddings and events.
Farm Worker Duties:
-Assist with greenhouse production, including scouting for pests and diseases, propagation and watering.
-Harvest crops, using proper harvest systems and post-harvest treatments and labeling.
-Contribute to weed and disease management, transplanting, tunnel and fieldwork.
-Operate tractors, delivery vans, and other equipment as needed, based on experience.
-Work at farmers' markets, on-farm sales, or wedding flower set-up/delivery as needed.
-Assist with cooler management, farmers' market set up or getting ready for
events as needed.
Qualifications:
-Positive attitude, enjoying good communication with customers and volunteers.
-Punctual and reliable.
-Self-motivated to work independently and in groups of workers quickly and efficiently.
-Able and willing to work full days of physically demanding tasks. These may be repetitive and strenuous, with occasional heavy lifting (up to 50lbs) and bending, kneeling, etc.
-Team players are strongly encouraged.
Work period and Compensation:
Now through November 2019. Full or part-time positions are available, generally 8am to 5pm. Hourly wage based on experience. Bonus based on performance and farm productivity. Farm produce (veg, herbs, fruit, flowers) provided in season, and a generous employee discount.
We will respond to emails that include BOTH a resume and a cover letter stating what you'll bring to the team.
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