Garden Lead

Philo CA

Description

The Garden Lead will assist in the overall production and harvest of the garden. Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the following:* Participate in the production, harvesting, and distribution of crops including: soil preparation, planting, cultivation, transplant production, irrigation, harvesting, and distribution to our onsite kitchen and local food banks Teach garden related curriculum to a broad range of independent study high school students Assist in creating and adapting garden related curriculum Manage the garden and Intern/Farmhand crew when the Master Homesteader is not present Assist in the maintenance of garden related equipment Help supervise and train Intern/Farmhands Assist in researching farming methods, pricing, equipment, etc. Assist in record-keeping Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Enthusiastic about experiencing a farm lifestyle and a love of cooking, eating, socializing, and sharing with others. Must be neat and organized. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree preferred 1 to 2 years’ experience working with At-Risk Youth Prior Camp Resident Advisor or Teaching experience is preferred Employee must pass TB Test and Livescan Previous experience working on a farm a plus