Farm/Estate

Millbrook NY

Description

We're seeking a motivated professional (start-up) farm assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will report to the owners directly and work with farm managers to provide leadership and supplement all-around support. This person will work closely with the estate owners to learn or autonomously be in charge of the estate and its small farm initiative. He/She/They may be required to be on-site during working hours and must be able to perform manual labor, computer work, and other duties assigned. This stable, long-term, multifaceted position offers flexible hours and requires various skills. Primary duties include, but are not limited to: • Office tasks such as data entry, filing, data entry, mail handling, and administrative tasks as needed • Non-specialized maintenance work like basic furniture assembly, sweeping the barn, cleaning, painting, and repair work • Basic landscaping work, trimming, and pruning • Assist with the production, harvesting, packaging, and sanitation of flowers, mushrooms, fruits, and vegetables • Watering plants and feeding pets when the owners are away • Ordering supplies and general errands • Organizing, bottle labeling, and filling • Inventory check and restocking of sellable products • (We will teach you how to run e-commerce platforms like Shopify) • Assist with beekeeping and indoor mushroom cultivation when required • Social media and customer service support • Providing general assistance in the day-to-day management and operations of the farm estate. Qualifications & Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent • An interest in agriculture is a must • Experience working on a farm preferred • Ability to work in a team environment, but also great alone • Good problem-solving skills • Has a vehicle and a valid driver's license • Ability to work in all weather conditions • Ability to lift 50 pounds • Computer savvy • Reliable with good communication skills • Experience in customer service • Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities This rewarding position is ideal for a college student or a recent college graduate with many perks: • Approximately 20 hours per week to start with room for growth! • Some work can be done remotely • Successful candidates must live within 10 miles of Millbrook and pass a background check Bonus: • The Farm Assistant will enjoy a % of sales for things that he/she/they help us grow • The Farm Assistant will be able to bring home and enjoy a percentage of the harvest