Local and Regional Food Jobs in SE MA

Hutchins Farm is one of the oldest and largest certified organic vegetable, fruit, and cut flower operations in Massachusetts. Organic since 1973, Hutchins grows over 40 acres of vegetables, about an acre of small fruit, half an acre of cut flowers, and 4 acres of apples. We sell our produce directly to consumers at our farm stand in Concord, MA, and at three weekly farmers’ markets, with a small amount of sales to local restaurants.

FIELD CREW – Now accepting application for the 2025 season, for both summer only and full season.
Hutchins Farm is seeking motivated individuals with an interest in farming, gardening, food, or just working outside, to work in our production fields this season.  Some help will be needed as early as late April, but most hands will be needed in early June through the end of October—individuals who can stay for three or more months will be given preference.
The work will vary, but will include: planting, weeding, harvesting, washing, and packing a wide variety of vegetables and small fruit.  Workers may also be involved in greenhouse work, grounds maintenance, sales in our Farm Stand or at Farmers’ Markets, irrigation, or other aspects of the operation based on the farm’s needs and the worker’s inclination.

Full time workers will be expected to work 5 days per week, and must work at least one weekend day. Part-time workers must be able to work 3 days a week, must work at least one weekend day, and must work the full season. The workday starts at 7am and usually goes until 4 or 4:30pm, with an unpaid hour for lunch. Hourly pay begins at $16.50/hour with a $0.50 per-hour-worked year-end bonus contingent on completion of a time commitment agreement, plus free vegetables from the farm. There is potential for increases for longer term workers based on their performance and the overall performance of the farm. Applicants should be able to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly and be comfortable working in a variety of weather conditions. Housing is not available. For all crew employment opportunities please contact Liza at: Liza@hutchinsfarm.com to request an application or with any questions.

FARM STAND MANAGER – Now accepting application for the 2025 season.
Hutchins Farm is seeking experienced and energetic candidates for our Farmstand Manager position for the 2025 season.

The Farmstand Manager will work under the direction of the Business Manager to ensure our busy farmstand is inviting and welcoming for customers. The Farmstand Manager will lead members of the farmstand crew in the set up, running and closing of the stand, assisting the Business Manager to ensure that all crew tasks are completed efficiently and correctly, while maintaining a positive and supportive work environment for crewmembers.

The Farmstand Manager will be responsible for:

• Leading the farmstand crew in daily set up and closing of the stand, ringing up sales, making and maintaining displays, stocking, grading and packing produce for sale, helping with the wash and prep of vegetables, and other tasks as needed, all the while ensuring that tasks are completed correctly, efficiently, and safely with attention to Hutchins’ standards.
• Keeping the sales and farm stand clean and inviting, maintaining the exterior of the farm stand and herb garden in neat order, keeping the stock rooms/coolers orderly and clean
• Maintaining food safety records.
• Training new crewmembers, including teaching them proper set up techniques, vegetable handing, and customer service skills.
• Working with the Business Manger to prioritize tasks, bearing in mind daily retail needs, crop issues, weather, and other pertinent factors.
• Communicating with the field crew and other managers about the daily harvest to ensure proper display set up.
• Communicating and clarifying to farmstand staff any pertinent information from the Business Manager or other managers about changes in produce availability or crop issues, or any other information that needs to be communicated to the customers.
• Keep track of farmstand supply inventory and let managers know when running low.
• Coordinating farmstand crew lunch breaks.
• Maintain a welcoming and pleasant atmosphere in the farm stand.
• Maintaining a safe work environment, including reinforcing Hutchins Farm’s policies as laid out in the employee handbook.

Schedule:

• The Farmstand Manager position is full-time (5 days) starting at the very end of May through the end of October. Exact start day will depend on the circumstances of the season, weather, and the requirements of the farm. Weekend work early in May is possible if desired by the applicant.
• Starting in June working one weekend day a week is required. (A typical schedule might be Tuesday-Saturday) Weekends are our busiest days. The farmstand is closed on Mondays.
• In the early part of the season (May through Mid-June) the Farmstand Manager may be working alone. Starting in Mid-June as the selection of produce increases there may be one crew member working under the manager. This may increase to up to four crew members at a time as the season goes on.
• Daily hours are 10am (or 10:30am early in the season) to 6:15/6:30pm with up to an hour unpaid for lunch.

Qualifications:

• Experience in customer service and excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communications and time management skills
• Ability to quickly pick up new concepts and techniques, and then teach them to others
• Basic understanding of computer technology and ipads – use of square or ebt apps is a plus but not required.
• Valid drivers’ license
• Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Friendly, helpful demeanor
• An interest in local and organic food
• Comfortable working in a variety of weather conditions – while the farmstand is enclosed, it does not have heat or air conditioning
• Ability to work well in a team atmosphere

Compensation starts at $20/hr, with a $0.50 per-hour-worked year-end bonus contingent on completion of the season, plus free vegetables from the farm. Paid sick time accrual starts on the first day of employment. Housing is not available. Reliable transportation to and from the farm is required (we are not accessible by public transit) To apply please send an e-mail introducing yourself, resume, and contact information for two references to the Business Manager, Liza Bemis, at Liza@hutchinsfarm.com

FARM STAND CREW- Now accepting application for the 2025 season. (Full season applicants only, summer only positions are filled.)
Hutchins Farm is seeking motivated, outgoing individuals to work in our busy Farm Stand and Farmers’ Market stalls.  Work involves washing and preparing produce for sale, building displays, creating signage, ringing up customers and keeping our sales area clean and welcoming.  Friendly, helpful demeanor is a must; interest in local, organic food and retail experience are desirable.

Applicants should be able to lift 50+ lbs, and be able to stand for long periods of time..  Our Farm Stand is open from the beginning of June through the end of October. Applicants should be willing to commit to working at least one weekend day, preferably both. Full-time preferred, part-time possible–exact hours will depend on specific job description.  Farm stand workdays begin at 9am or 10am depending on the shift and end around 3:30pm or 6:30pm depending on the shift, with an unpaid hour for lunch. Farmers’ Market hours vary by the day. Pay based on experience and begins at $16.50/hour with a $0.50 per-hour-worked year-end bonus contingent on completion of a time commitment agreement, plus free vegetables from the farm. Housing is not available. For all farmstand employment opportunities please contact Liza at: liza@hutchinsfarm.com to request an application or with any questions.

Full-time Position

Round the Bend Farm (RTB), a Center for Restorative Community, located in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts, is a 115-acre working farm and educational non-profit.  We are a living laboratory that cultivates, educates, and empowers people of all ages.  We are devoted to the global paradigm shift toward hope and abundance by valuing diversity, modeling nature, and redefining wealth.  RTB is seeking a passionate and motivated individual to join our team as a full-time Farming Manager for our Manifest Love program. We are accepting applications until end of day on Wednesday, MARCH 5, 2025.  Anticipated start date is March/April 2025.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Manifest Love Farming Manager position requires a highly motivated and energetic individual; someone who is passionate about RTB’s mission, local food systems, and plant-based foods.  This teammate will participate in the overall mission of RTB, working closely with (and overseeing) our Manifest Love team in all aspects relating to vegetable and fruit production and land management for our Manifest Love program.

Our Manifest Love program (a collaboration between RTB, YWCA Southeastern MA, Youth Opportunities Unlimited, NorthStar Learning Centers, and Sacred Birthing Village) is a free weekly food share program for approximately 150 families in New Bedford.  Food share contents are grown on approximately 5-6 acres at RTB and occasionally gleaned from nearby farms as well.

At RTB, we use a synthetics-free farming philosophy, rooted in regenerative relationships and a mix of biodynamic, permaculture, agroforestry, and soil remineralization practices. We emphasize sustainability, natural relationships, ecological vibrancy, and working in ways that mirror our mission of valuing diversity, modeling nature and redefining wealth.

Working alongside the Manifest Love farm team in a daily capacity – and in concert with our extended RTB team and volunteers – this position will be involved with and responsible for all aspects of growing & harvesting agricultural produce for our Manifest Love program.  Duties include, but are not limited to the following:  crop planning, seed sowing, greenhouse and nursery care, soil & field preparation, transplanting, weeding and cultivation, perennial and tree care, harvesting, seed saving, propagation, efficient management and direction for RTB team and volunteers, food storage, food processing and preparation (harvesting, washing, bagging) for distribution of Manifest Love food shares. Winter tasks may include, but are not limited to: unheated greenhouse management, crop planning, food processing, supporting education initiatives for the Manifest Love program, and various duties that support the multifaceted nature of our non-profit organization.

While not a primary focus, this position will at times (when needed) act as a liaison with the RTB educational team to support providing tours, demonstrations, direction, and educational contexts for our agricultural work to visiting students and the general public.

To a great degree, the above work will be performed outdoors (directly in the fields); however, this position may also include participation in shared community cooking, post-harvest processing & preservation, monthly Open Farm Days, and occasional support of other farm projects as needed.

This work will be physically demanding and challenging, but also grounding, nourishing and rewarding. We aim for a 40-hour per week commitment, however natural variations in seasonal workload and conditions will require openness and flexibility around work hours in the high season, and some days may run longer than others.

QUALIFICATIONS

As an organization that strives to value diversity in all that we do (it’s even part of our mission!), we take care and place extra value in continuing to diversify our team. Candidate preferences include the following:

• At least 3+ years of intensive agriculture or commercial farming experience (regenerative agriculture preferred)

• 2- 5 years of experience in crop management

• 2+ years of experience managing a team (teammates, volunteers, etc.)

• Familiarity with dry farming, soil health, mineralization, cover cropping and/or tractor operation all helpful

• Persevering work ethic and ability to work well under time constraints and to meet deadlines

• Focused attention to detail and quality, with strong organizational skills and a positive attitude

• Ability to communicate effectively (in a clear and concise manner) with our team and management, with the ability to accept direction and guidance and ask questions when unclear

• Ability to communicate effectively with volunteers and students of all ages

• Ability to work both independently and in groups of diverse people

• Commitment to working in the scope of RTB’s mission *preference may be given to those who have an active interest in environmental and social justice issues pertaining to both local and global food systems*

• Passionate about creating and sharing healthy, good food, and helping provide healthy food access and education, especially to marginalized communities

• Desire to respect and care for the health of soil, plants, animals and humans

• Personal maturity, mindful self-awareness, dependability, and flexibility

• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions

• Ability to pass a Mandatory Criminal Record (C.O.R.I.) check

• Physical ability to lift and move 50+ lbs

• A valid driver’s license

• Ability to work on occasional nights and/or weekends

COMPENSATION

• This is a full-time, 40-hour per week salaried position, exempt from overtime. Annual salary range is $45,760- $55,160, depending on experience. With benefits, the total compensation package range is approximately $64,000- $76,000.

• Benefits paid by RTB include the following (numbers listed are specific to Fiscal Year 2025):

  • Pension Plan: RTB contributes 10% of the employee’s gross salary, fully vested from the first day of employment (no probation period). This is a 403(b) plan which is equivalent to a 401(k) plan. In addition to RTB’s allocation, a teammate can opt to allocate additional funds from their paycheck. $3,432/fiscal year 2025

  • Health & Dental insurance *90-day waiting period

Note: *RTB pays for 75% of the health & dental premiums for the first three years of employment; after 3 years of employment, RTB pays for 100% of the premiums. $7,850.79/fiscal year 2025

• Life Insurance, Short-term & long-term disability *30-day waiting period $420/fiscal year 2025

• Flexible spending account (Full-time & part-time) $60/fiscal year 2025

• Fringe benefits: Health & Wellness (herbal apothecary, supplements, sauna, annual massage, occasional team celebrations), Food, and (optional) Lodging: $3,200-$15,000/year (depending on optional housing if available)

• Thirteen paid holidays per year $1715/fiscal year 2025

• Paid vacation & wellness days (80 vacation hours & 56 wellness hours for full-time) (50 vacation hours & 35 wellness hours for part-time) $2,244/fiscal year 2025

• RTB may provide room & board and internet access. Housing may include a private place to sleep (in a tiny house) with access to our new bathhouse (including laundry facilities and a sauna) and shared access to our commercial kitchen and library spaces with internet access. Please note:  This job is not contingent upon living on the farm.  Additional responsibilities to contribute to the community are required if housing is available and an employee chooses to live on the farm.

• Weekday lunches crafted from delicious, vibrant, farm produce

• Hands-on learning environment focused on all aspects of sustainable living

• Buzzards Bay breezes, SouthCoast sunsets, and stargazing/moon views from goat rock

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete the RTB Candidate Questionnaire (https://forms.gle/jXPPk4e5hMW71aEF9) and send a letter of interest telling us about yourself and detailing your motivations and qualifications for this position, along with a detailed resume and two professional references. Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed/ considered. *If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. Also, please feel free to note in your application which pronouns you use.

Job Title

Greenhouse, Plant Sale, Irrigation Manager

Reports to: Elena

Supervises: all staff during Greenhouse, Plant Sale, and Irrigation activity

Hours:

• 40 Hours/week March-October
• 24 Hours/week November, December

Schedule:

• March: Sunday-Thursday
• April-May: Sunday, Tuesday-Friday (Week of Plant Sale, swap a week day for Saturday May 17)
• June-October: Monday-Friday
• November/December: Wednesday-Friday

Position Period:

• Begin date: Flexible from February 26 – March 10
• End date: December 20
• One week of unpaid vacation November 23-29

Compensation:

• $19-21/hour, overtime pay at 1.5 x hourly rate. Overtime must be approved in advance by Elena. No overtime pay is anticipated. Applicants who have demonstrated a high level of relevant experience will receive the top of the pay scale. Applicants who will require more support learning the responsibilities of this role are still encouraged to apply and will receive the lower end of this payscale.
• 2% of gross income as SIMPLE IRA employer contribution
• Paid wellness leave accrued at 1 hr per 30 hours worked, capped at 40 hours annually. Must be used as outlined in Employee Manual
• 56 hours paid vacation time, not to be taken in May. Only granted in November and December if approved by October 1. Must be requested as outlined in Employee Manual
• 3 paid holidays if they occur during regularly scheduled hours. Must be requested as outlined in Employee Manual
• Worker’s Compensation
• CSA Share during all seasons worked, and Add-On CSA Shares available at cost
• 25% Employee discount on all goods sold at farm stand

Job Summary

This is a leadership position, providing daily management of plant propagation in the greenhouse, overseeing the $30,000 plant sale, including the prebuy Plant Sale with online ordering; and providing daily management of irrigation for field and high tunnels. This position will report to Elena and work closely with Elena to deliver on greenhouse, plant sale, and irrigation production goals. Successful systems are in place for all of the responsibilities outlined in this position, and training will be provided by Elena to ensure successful outcomes. This position will lead all staff and volunteers, including other managers, while performing greenhouse, plant sale, and irrigation activities. After performing weekly field walks on Sundays (March-April, November-December) and Mondays (May-October), all identified tasks for the week will be entered into the Weekly Plan document, to be coordinated in conjunction with other farm needs and weather restrictions by Elena on Monday afternoons. 

In addition to crop production, harvest, property maintenance, farm projects, and customer service as needed, this position includes the following responsibilities. 

Requirements

• At least one season of farm work, with preference for more
• At least one season involved in farm greenhouse production
• Demonstrated ability to manage a project independently and communicate needs to achieve a successful outcome
• Understand the need for speed and efficiency, and actively seek ways to improve on these skills
• Physical ability to harvest field crops and transplant for up to 8 hours at time, and bend, turn, carry, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude during adverse working conditions
• Comfortable working independently, in a group, and instructing others
• Are able to dress to stay warm/dry/cool while working in all weather conditions, or are ready to learn how to do so

Responsibilities

Greenhouse

Oversight

• During weekly field walk: assess seeding and potting up needs, monitor for pests and diseases in greenhouse plants. Enter needs into Weekly Plan.
• Monitor greenhouse supplies such as popsicle sticks, trays, markers, etc and submit orders as needed 
• Identify maintenance, or other greenhouse needs, and report to Elena

Management

• Daily temperature and ventilation monitoring and control of greenhouse and overflow cat tunnel, including management of transplants on hardening off benches
• Daily watering of greenhouse
• Weekly seeding and potting up
• Pulling plants to harden off one week before planting as weather allows
• Lead all staff and volunteers in greenhouse work
• Ensure that all record-keeping required by Baystate Organic Program is completed on weekly basis

Irrigation

Oversight

• Monitor soil moisture levels using sensors to determine irrigation schedule for field and high tunnels
• Work closely with Elena to develop irrigation schedule for newly seeded or planted crops
• Monitor irrigation supplies and submit orders when needed
• Identify maintenance of, or other irrigation needs and report to Elena

Management

• Lead all staff on irrigation activities
• Deploy irrigation when on-farm, and delegate irrigation when off-farm to cover the irrigation schedule

Plant Sale

Oversight

• Create online store using Grownby with accurate inventory for Prebuy Plant Sale
• Update signage for farm stand display tables and Seedling Sale Handbook
• Monitor plant sale supplies such as signage and trays and submit orders as needed
• Perform weekly record-keeping for 6 weeks in May-mid-June answering these questions:
  • Any seeding dates to adjust?
  • What should we grow more of?
  • What should we grow less of?
• Ensure that all record-keeping required by Baystate Organic Program is completed on weekly basis
• Write 2026 Plant Sale Production Plan

Management

• Identify which plants are ready to sell live at the farm stand and through the Prebuy plant sale, by using the relevant data in the 2025 production plan
• Coordinate Prebuy, including organizing and leading staff on packing orders
• Water and monitor plant health of plants at farm stand tables. Create and maintain an attractive and customer-friendly display at farm stand. Compost plants as needed.

Beginning in 2025 Seed to Seed Farm School will be facilitating apprenticeships in Rhode Island and Massachusetts with potential expansion into Connecticut.

People enrolled in the S2S Apprenticeship Program will be assigned to three registered host farms in their area. With a large number of farms in our network we aim to place apprentices on farms of their choosing and within a reasonable commute. Apprentices will work on these three farms five days every week from March to November on a rotating schedule.

For example, an apprentice may work on Holly Farm on Mondays and Tuesday, Maple Farm on Wednesday and Thursday, and then Juniper Farm on Friday. The following week they will work on Juniper Farm on Monday, Tuesday, Holly Farm on Wednesday and Thursday, and Maple Farm on Friday and so on over the course of the growing season.

This rotating schedule will give apprentices the full breadth of experience of each of their assigned farms for the entire growing season.

Apprenticeship: Formal Education

Apprentices will be enrolled in the Seed to Seed Farm School Curriculum which will include core course, such as business training, marketing and record-keeping, agroecology, and soil and plant science These Core Courses will be offered in the spring and fall. Electives in the form of additional Seed to Seed courses, local workshops, farm tours, and so on will also be requirements for apprentices to fulfill. Events that satisfy the elective requirements are offered year-round in the region.

Some Host Farms will also be offering work shops during the growing season open to the entire S2S community. S2S will work with regional partners to arrange guest speakers and facilitate farm tours.

Core Courses: Business and Science Foundations

Core courses will be offered virtually in order to accommodate apprentices in various regions:

Soil and Plant Science, Organic Methods

Although S2S offers apprenticeships on non-organic farms in our community, Organic is the method of farming we think is best for our health, our community, and our planet. In this foundational course we will explore the scientific nature of soil, its physical, chemical, and biological structure. We will then look at the plant system, how mineral nutrition is assimilated in plant tissue and how plants form synergistic relationships with the soil. This class explores the soil food web in brief and examines the controversy in the farming world around how to best provide proper nutrition to crops and livestock. Lastly we will look at the world of organic/regenerative agriculture, talk about some pioneer growers, and John will discuss his journey with Big Train Farm’s organic system.

Introduction to Agroecology

Agroecology is the modeling of farming practices with natural systems. Being informed by natural systems is a way to reduce inputs on the farm, regenerate depleted soil, encourage biodiversity, and save money and labor. This course is taught by Dr. Alejandro Brambila, an agroecologist based in southern New England. Dr. Brambila will discuss different models of biomimicry and how to implement them into various kinds of farming systems. Agroecology ranges from the elegantly simple to the highly complex and Dr. Brambila will help to simplify and demonstrate these practices using examples from successful farmers.

Build Your Farm – Cash Flow and Business Planning

Understanding cash flows and budgeting is critical to running a financially viable farming business. In this course offered in the fall we will be building a mock-farm over the course of five-classes. Using spreadsheets and sleuthing we will build a viable cash flow and follow the progress of our mock-farm for several years. This class will provide students with a solid understanding of the seasonable variability of income, the realities of expenses and how those expenses are partially determined by region, the farm’s location. Students will grapple with investment decisions, long-term business planning, and see how an understanding of cash flow can provide peace of mind and empowerment.

Marketing, Record Keeping

For better or for worse the ultimate test of any commercial farming operation is how to make money. Marketing can be a challenging and confusing step for beginning farmers. How to get involved in local or regional markets can be daunting. Should your farm focus on wholesale or retail sales? How does someone start a CSA program? Is a CSA even practical where your farm is located? This course will explore these questions and more.

Success in marketing depends on being informed about what you’re producing and when, how efficient you are with the land you have, and how you make all the pieces fit together. This includes planting schedules, harvest expectations, field plans, crop rotations, labor scheduling, and more. The second half of this class will be a detailed explanation of record keeping, what’s important and what’s not. By the end of the course students will understand how to account for all major facets of their farming career through good record keeping.

Apprentices: Paid For Time

S2S Apprenticeships will be paid position. Apprentices will be put on the payroll of their host farms and be paid at least minimum wage for their time. Wages may vary between host farms.

S2S will compensate host farms up to 50% of the wages of their S2S apprentices depending on pay rate.

Application: Apply Today

Click HERE to apply for the Seed to Seed Farm School 2025 apprenticeship program.

Position available: Seeking a highly motivated and experienced person to oversee the management of two small heirloom orchards and a sweet and hard cider business in New Salem, MA. Responsibilities include crop production, sales management, and staff supervision. Full time. Salary range $50,000-$60,000 commensurate with experience.

Visit our website www.newsalempreserves.com for more information and contact Thomas Hillman, tom@lacholdings.com

Assistant Grower

Land’s Sake Farm in Weston, MA is looking for crew members to join our team for the 2025  season!

We have two full-time positions available and may have some flexibility on start date for the right candidate.

Land’s Sake is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building meaningful connections between people, the food they eat, and the land. We run a ~20 acre diversified vegetable operation, 300-member CSA, Farmstand, and robust food donation program. We also host an array of educational programs and have a long-standing forestry management operation. Field Crew members work closely with the LS team to run a complex community farm. We also occasionally work with volunteers, workshares, and children in education programs. We strive to make Land’s Sake a welcoming, community-centered farm for all involved, including customers, shareholders, children, volunteers, and staff.

Full-time positions: May through September/October: 50 hours/week (5 days).
Saturday Hours may be required – Schedule will be fixed, and pre-determined before the start of this position.

Responsibilities:

• Field work (harvesting, trellising, planting, and weeding)
• General farm maintenance and upkeep, including fencing setup and irrigation
• Greenhouse tasks (seeding, watering, and potting up)
• High tunnel growing

Applicants should have a genuine interest in learning about sustainable agriculture. Field crew members are expected to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining attention to detail. The adaptability to work both independently and with a team are equally important.Field crew can expect to work long hours in all weather conditions. Many of the tasks we perform on a regular basis are repetitive and physically demanding. Applicants with a strong work ethic and positive attitude will succeed in this role.

The work day starts at 7 am sharp and goes through about 5 pm, with an hour break for lunch. There may be occasional (optional) exceptions to end times when we need to complete work before a weather event, and there may be times when we cancel work due to hazardous conditions.

Compensation:

• Starting at $17.00/hr
• Free produce from farm, and discounts on Farmstand goods
• $200 gear stipend available annually for approved workwear and outdoor gear

Qualifications:

A sincere interest in sustainable vegetable production and a positive attitude are a must. Being flexible, open-minded, and engaged are equally as important. While previous farm experience is always welcome, it is not required. The physical nature of our work necessitates that all employees are able to lift 50lbs repeatedly and work for long periods of time doing repetitive tasks. Applicants should have a reliable form of transportation and ability to arrive at work on time. Preference will be given to applicants who can work the full term of the position.

To apply, please send a cover letter and your resume to Brendan@landssake.org

Positions open until filled.  Please feel free to contact us with any questions!

Must be 16 Years Old. Driver’s License preferred.

Rate: $16-20/hour, depending on experience

Hours: part time, 12-16 hours/week.

Saturdays & Sundays, 11 am-7:30 pm

For more information and to apply, please view the full job description. 

We are looking for one hard-working, passionate person to work at our seasonal farm stand and help out in the field. This position is seasonal and full-time.

Full Time Seasonal Field Hand & Farm Store Associate

Responsibilities include:

Farm Stand Shifts

Set Up & Tasks:

• Setting up the farm stand with produce and ensuring the space is clean at the start and throughout the day. Restocking with inventory as needed. Maintaining organization and tidiness of produce for sale in fridge and on shelves. Closing down the store independently, ensuring products are properly stored overnight.
• Packing online pre-orders accurately. Maintaining organization and accuracy of orders.
• Packing, labeling, and recording produce donations on donation log
• Assist at our annual plant sale- Care for the retail plant starts by watering and removing damaged leaves. Identifying plant varieties and answering basic gardening questions.
• Assist in packaging and displaying pastries and bread made on site. Restock as necessary while maintaining food safety practices.

CSA:

• Managing set up and accurate labeling of CSA produce tables. Possessing knowledge of our CSA program, reading our weekly newsletter to answer date/schedule questions. Re-stocking CSA produce and ensuring CSA members get the correct share size and extra shares.

Customer Service:

• Working the register of the farm stand, handling various payment methods including SNAP EBT, gift cards, membership cards, cash and credit. Counting cash and maintaining an accurate cash drawer.
• Providing excellent customer service establishing relationships with customers and CSA members. Answering questions about the products including produce varieties, recipe ideas, growing practices, and when certain crops might be available.
• Serve bread and pastries to customers and answer questions about ingredients and allergens.

Cleaning and Maintenance:

• Managing quality control to ensure all products are being sold at their peak freshness. Maintaining proper rotation / FIFO (first in first out)
• Performing various side work tasks including arranging flower bouquets, seeding trays of crops, painting display signs, washing and bagging vegetables, packing orders, and deep cleaning.
• Maintain outside of farm stand- sweeping / raking leaves, weeding and maintaining garden beds
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of walk-in cooler, weekly clean out and floor wash on Sundays.

Field Shifts

• Assist farm manager- with daily chores & helping move chicken coop as necessary. Collect eggs and provide food and water to chickens as needed.

• Greenhouse- assist with weekly seeding schedule and daily watering. Open and close greenhouses daily, depending on weather as applicable to your schedule.

• Field work – participate in all aspects of field work from bed prep and transplanting to weeding and bed maintenance. Follow instructions for proper plant spacing, bed prep techniques, plant variety identification, and appropriate time management as outlined in training. Participate in harvesting and washing vegetables, ensuring products are picked at their peak and stored properly.

• Flowers- harvest and bunch flowers at the appropriate bloom time. Deadhead flowers as you harvest as needed. Store flowers properly in cold water, shade, and safely in the cooler. Wash buckets after use. Assist with floral design for CSA and farm stand bouquets. Participate in wedding/event floral design and installation upon request.

Reliability is extremely important. Must be committed to the full season. Please inform us of any planned vacations at the start of the season. Mother’s Day Weekend, Memorial Day Weekend, and July 27-30 are unavailable for time off requests.

Requirements: We require that you are able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. We work rain or shine and require our team to be adequately prepared with appropriate attire for rain/mud/extreme heat/snow. You must have reliable transportation. 1 season of related farming experience required.

Compensation $15.75 per hour plus:

• 10% employee discount off items sold in the farm stand (some exclusions apply).

• A half share vegetable CSA for all 3 seasons

• Paid lunch break

• Sick pay accrued at 1 hr per 30 hours worked up to 40 hours per year

• $100 clothing stipend for the purchase of work related gear

• $100 massage/wellness stipend for bodywork of your choice

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We have a positive work environment here at Roots Farm and keep that standard when hiring. We have been farming for 13+ years, have a successful farm business, and it is a pleasant place to work.

Applicants should be in good physical shape as the majority of work is done by hand.  Previous experience is a plus. Applicants should be able to work well with others but also independently.

Full-time work would begin in March/April and go through November/December. Work days are 8 hours/day, with full-time at 5 days/week, and part-time at 2-3 days/week. Exact start and end dates are flexible.

No housing is provided. Must have reliable transportation to and from the farm.

Compensation:

— Hourly pay (starting at $16/hr or higher, depending on experience)

— Farm veggies

— Paid time off accruing after three months employment

— Paid holidays on Thanksgiving and Christmas

— A 401K plan for employees who work over 1000 hours per year, with a 4% employer match

— Year-end bonus

— A 50% reimbursement for farmgear purchases (work-related footwear, work clothes, rain gear)

— Winter work for employees returning the following season

If you are interested in working with us at Roots Farm, email your relevant experience, interests, and resume to kelli@roots-farm.com.

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2025 Assistant Grower Job Description

Needham Community Farm Assistant grower(s) will work closely with farm staff to assist in all
aspects of the farm’s vegetable production and food distribution. Ideal candidates have a strong
interest in sustainable farming and food justice. They are focused and detail-oriented, especially when
performing repetitive tasks. Previous farming experience is not required but strong listening skills
and preparedness to learn new skills is required. Candidates must be able to work independently and
as part of a small team. This is a great opportunity for outdoor and/or farming enthusiasts
to learn essential agricultural skills and knowledge, and become familiar with all
aspects of food production, all while on a beautiful site.

2025 Internship Description

Needham Community Farm Interns will work closely with farm staff to assist in the farm’s vegetable
production and food distribution. Ideal candidates have a strong interest in sustainable farming and
food justice. They are able to focus, learn new skills, and work independently or with a small team.
The farm can be responsive to the intern’s specific learning goals, and asks that the intern is
responsive to our needs as well. This is a great opportunity for outdoor and/or farming
enthusiasts to learn essential agricultural skills and knowledge, and become familiar
with all aspects of food production, all while on a beautiful site.

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ZMG is looking for a candidate who is interested in farming, has a strong work ethic, and works well both independently and as part of a team.

Available Positions:

Assistant Grower

Days will be spent performing all tasks associated with small scale organic farming. Tasks may include seeding and watering in the greenhouse, weeding, trellising, bulk harvesting, planting in the field and more. Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Our farm uses a variety of human-scale and tractor based farming methods. Use of hand tools and tractor/small engine powered implements.

Farmers Market Team Member

Days will be spent preparing for the farmers market. Position includes some harvesting and washing/packing of produce. Loading/unloading produce onto trucks. Setting up tables, tents, and market displays as well. Must have a good attitude and be able to converse with customers.

An ideal candidate is a person who is charismatic, quick, and patient. You must be able to prioritize and multitask while maintaining a positive attitude. Selling at farmers markets is a challenging task that requires the use of technology, math, and constant conversation. Hours will include the duration of the markets which is typically four hours as well as an hour before and after for setup and breakdown.

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The Food Project grows vegetables, herbs, flowers, and fruits on approximately 70 acres of urban and suburban farmland in Greater Boston and on the North Shore of Massachusetts. Each year, they work with 140 young people and thousands of volunteers to grow 200,000 pounds of produce. That produce is donated or distributed to SNAP/HIP-accessible farmers’ markets, through neighborhood stores, and to hunger relief organizations—to increase access to healthy, affordable food. We also offer a limited number of CSA farm shares from many of our farms.

Current open positions include:

Crew leaders — Seed Crew (6) 

Operations Coordinator (2) 

Assistant Grower — Lynn 

Assistant Grower — Lynn/Wenham 

Assistant Grower — Boston 

Assistant Grower — Lincoln 

If you have any questions, please reach out to jobs@thefoodproject.org.

Farm Chef & Culinary Manager

Lead Outdoor Classroom Educator (full time)

Full Plate Project Market Coordinator

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE MANAGER (PART-TIME)
Hours: Half-time (20-25 hours/week, flexible scheduling)
Location: Fowler Clark Epstein Farm, Mattapan (mostly in-person with some remote work)
Application Deadline: October 1, 2024, 5pm EST
Compensation: $35-40/hour depending on experience, plus part-time equivalent vacation benefits
Boston Farms Community Land Trust is seeking a proactive problem solver with exceptional communication skills and
meticulous attention for details passionate about administration to be a supportive force who empowers our organization to
thrive in the development and stewardship of urban farmsites in Mattapan, Dorchester, and Roxbury.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Farmer Selection & Support
Recruit applicants to lease farm sites, oversee selection and leasing, manage ongoing lessor-lessee relations including revenue collection
Develop and coordinate technical assistance, education, and other supportive programming to promote the success of
lessee farmers
Co-chair the Farmer Support Committee of our board with a board member to promote and steer economic development and
business viability for farm businesses consistent with our Land Stewardship

Vision Statement.
Ensure that all Boston Farms properties are managed with organic and regenerative agricultural practices
Manage shared greenhouse operations, ensuring the health and safety of plants
Launch, maintain, and co-design the farm demonstration site
Manage contractors to conduct site maintenance (e.g. snow removal, fence repairs, perimeter weeding), including cost
estimating, vendor bidding and oversight, and lessee billings
Open and close sites at the start & end of the season, and ensure sites are visually appealing
Manage recurring bills and expenses (e.g. water, electricity, property taxes)
Maintain property insurance and ensure sites meet safety and liability standards
Coordinate site capital improvements (e.g. fencing, drainage systems) as needed
Administrative work as necessary (e.g. maintenance of detailed financial and communication records)

REQUIREMENTS
5+ years of experience in agricultural management, horticultural management, or land preservation
Hands-on experience with crop production and planning, marketing, financial management, farm infrastructure
management, and business planning. Experience with livestock and apiary management is a plus but not required.
Strong teaching/facilitation, organization, communication, and community relations
Ability to work all types of weather conditions
Comfort with Google Docs, Microsoft Word/Excel, or equivalent platforms
Access to reliable private transportation is necessary
Preferences: Basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, and landscaping with an eye for quality and attention to detail, willingness
and ability to work a flexible schedule; resides close to our
farmsites

Key Characteristics: driven, self-directed, eager to learn, personable, attentive to detail, flexible, ability to lead and work under
pressure, strong leadership, diplomacy, mentoring/coaching skills

To Apply: Please be sure to read this posting thoroughly. If interested, please email your cover letter and resume to
jobs@bostonfarms, with the subject line ‘Agricultural Technical Assistance Manager Application’. We welcome diverse
candidates and residents of our neighborhoods of Mattapan, Dorchester, and Roxbury.

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