Seasonal
Farm Assistant

Positions Available: 1 part time
Compensation: $16/hr
Hours: 8-4pm M-Th or Tu-Fri
Duration: ASAP – November 15

Seasonal Farm Assistants will work with the Farm Manager and Outdoor Production Lead on Herban Produce’s 2 acre farm in Garfield Park. Work will be on all areas of the farm including outdoors and the hydroponic greenhouse.

Please submit cover letter & resume.

 

Duties & Responsibilities 

  • Perform tasks as assigned by Farm Manager and Production Lead

  • Efficiently perform basic farm tasks not limited to seeding, bed preparation, watering, planting, farm maintenance, IPM, harvesting, and post-harvest handling

  • Follow safe work practices and demonstrate proper hygiene required for food safety 

  • Work independently and collaboratively to uphold high standards of sustainable vegetable production 

  • Complete logs and records in an accurate and timely manner 

  • Act as a resource for program information for project partners, community members, and the media; assist with scheduled and impromptu tours as needed

  • Assist in other areas as needed

  • Abide by Herban Produce’s mission, employee handbook, and all policies and procedures 

Physical Work Requirements 

Physical demands require full body movement, physical strength, and stamina sufficient to regularly use farm tools and equipment while walking, standing, stooping, pushing, pulling, and/or lifting 

Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and withstand allergens like dust, pollen, and bees 

Ideal candidates will have the following: 

  • At least 1 full season working or volunteering on a production farm

  • Proficiency in basic farm tasks including watering, weeding, bed preparation, seed starting, planting, harvesting, and post-harvest handling (sorting, cleaning, packing)

  • Recognizes problems and constructively identifies and articulates solutions

  • Can effectively adapt to change and can shift gears comfortably; flexibility with shifting demands and schedules

  • Possesses strong time management skills

  • Strives for collaboration. Works cooperatively as a positive contributor to the team and communicates effectively with supervisor and other team members