Market Garden Crew Leader Job

Highgate Farm, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains is a Certified Naturally Grown market garden inspired by the traditional French Market Garden. With great attention to detail, we produce high quality mixed vegetables, fruits, mushrooms, flowers and eggs for sale at area tailgate markets and through our CSA. Established in 2006, we have been gradually expanding and increasing our production and markets, and are now ready to add an experienced full time employee to our hard-working team.

Market Garden Crew Leader Job Description:  Salaried Employee will take direction from, and collaborate with Highgate’s owner/operators John and Melissa, participating in farm-related operations as needed, up to 60 hrs/week; perform, train and lead small crew in all aspects of market garden operations including greenhouse propagation, field work from seeding/transplanting through cultivation, harvest and clean-up, processing and packing product and participating in market sales. Regular field rounds, and a weekly planning and debriefing meeting are also part of the schedule. Occasional group outings for swimming, ice cream, beers, music, etc. are also included.

Compensation: Salary $20-22K/year with 2 weeks PTO, fresh produce

Qualifications: A strong interest in food and food production and a minimum of 2 years full-time experience in small produce operation is required. Ability to take direction and follow detailed plans, work independantly and lead a small crew. Flexibility and collaboration will be expected. The ability to work long hours performing physically demanding work in sometimes harsh conditions. General work skills of reliability  and follow through, clear, respectful communication, and attention to detail are expected. A cheerful disposition is most appreciated!

To Apply for the Market Garden Crew Leader Job: Send Letter of Interest, Resume, and a minimum of 2 employment/volunteer-related References to highgatefarm@earthlink.net