Farm worker

Kerhonkson NY

Description

We are looking for a full time farm worker with at least two full seasons of commercial vegetable growing. Job would start part time in March becoming full time sometime in April depending on weather.We are a small organic farm (certified naturally grown not usda) that sells at one market in NYC year round. This will be our 13th season at the market. We grow on 4 acres and have hens for eggs. The candidate should be comfortable working alone, self-motivated, observant, good at problem solving on their own, able to follow directions and fun to be around. Tasks include:weeding, transplanting, harvesting, planting in the greenhouse, irrigation, feeding hens and collecting eggs and washing them. We also have a commercial kitchen where we make pestos and sauces with our produce and work will be in there as well. We are a small operation so you'd be included in all the aspects of the operation. We have several tractors, experience driving them would be great. Its a physically demanding job, working in all weather. Able to lift 50lbs is a must.