Local Food Jobs

About the Position: 

Our Sous Chef 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 directly with our Executive Chef & Kitchen Director to keep RTB’s commercial kitchen running smoothly, efficiently and safely, with an emphasis on supporting day-to-day management of the commercial kitchen space, along with supporting events, educational initiatives, and our Manifest Love Food Truck. Tasks include (but are not limited to) assisting with harvesting, preparing, processing, organizing, and storing of various foods, supporting the Executive Chef & Kitchen Director in menu development and recipe preparations, and helping with the set-up and break-down duties for various events and our Manifest Love Food Truck. The Sous Chef is expected to be a team player, yet able to work independently at times; this teammate needs to be extremely flexible in nature and able to keep kitchen work happening at an efficient pace, with an emphasis on tidiness and helping to maintain clean, safe spaces throughout. Evening hours are required on occasion, for both ML Food Truck and on-farm events. At least two weeks’ notice is typically given for evening events, but this position REQUIRES evening availability.

The Assistant Farmer position entails working under the direction of our Farming Director in the operation of RTB’s highly diversified agricultural crops. We currently grow a wide range of vegetables, fruits, nuts, edible perennials, flowers, mushrooms and medicinal herbs (and keep bees) across three tightly-knit farm properties encompassing about 10-acres of mixed production. These crops are used programmatically to feed, heal, and educate our SouthCoast community, as a source for on-farm catered events, and to sell to the general public.  

The Seasonal Farm Crew Member position entails working under the direction of our Farming Director in the operation of RTB’s highly diversified agricultural crops. We currently grow a wide range of vegetables, fruits, nuts, edible perennials, flowers, mushrooms and medicinal herbs (and keep bees) across three tightly-knit farm properties encompassing about 10-acres of mixed production. These crops are used programmatically to feed, heal, and educate our SouthCoast community, as a source for on-farm catered events, and to sell to the general public.  

About the Position: 

Responsible for operational oversight and management of the URI Agronomy Farm, East Farm, Greenhouses, and the Botanical Garden. Work cooperatively with faculty, staff, students, volunteers and the public to enable use of these farms for research, teaching, public education and outreach.

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AGRICULTURAL PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
Reports to: Executive Director
The Cape Cod Cranberry Growers’ Association is seeking an adaptable, organized, and
enthusiastic individual to manage the bog restoration program and other associated
services benefiting Massachusetts cranberry growers. Agriculture is a unique industry,
and we are looking for someone who genuinely appreciates its importance and wants to
help the people who work in it.
The ideal candidate is a resourceful problem-solver who enjoys learning, is comfortable
with people and technology, and can balance independent, detail-oriented desk work with
opportunities to assist growers and collaborate with industry partners. The position
supports agricultural conservation, regulatory education, grower services, digital tools,
and program administration. Specialized cranberry or regulatory knowledge is not
required at the outset; the ability and willingness to learn are essential.
Principal responsibilities
 Support the Association’s bog restoration program, including grower education,
communications, coordination, and administrative follow-through.
 Assist growers with federal, state, and local regulatory and conservation
programs, learning program requirements and providing guidance within the
scope of training.
 Participate with the farm planning team in developing conservation farm plans
and work toward USDA/NRCS Farm Planning Certification.
 Administer the Association’s proprietary grower recordkeeping application; learn
its features, assist users, troubleshoot routine issues, and teach growers how to use
it.
 Help growers navigate web-based applications, electronic forms, reporting
portals, and digital documents related to regulatory programs.
 Coordinate existing and new programs, workshops, outreach initiatives, and
educational opportunities.
 Communicate with agricultural organizations and government agencies at the
local, state, and federal levels.
 Support Association committees, meetings, records, and related administrative
tasks.
 Travel occasionally, primarily within southeastern Massachusetts, including visits
to cranberry bogs
 Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and attributes
 Genuine enthusiasm for agriculture and commitment to supporting growers and
the farming community.
 Strong computer literacy and technical aptitude, including confidence using
software, online forms, databases, and web-based applications and the ability to
learn unfamiliar systems quickly.
 Ability to explain digital processes clearly, patiently, and step by step to users
with different levels of computer experience.

 Approachable, professional communication style and ability to build trust with
growers, colleagues, and partners.
 Strong organization, accuracy, time management, and follow-through; ability to
juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
 Adaptability, initiative, curiosity, and resourcefulness when researching
unfamiliar topics or solving routine problems.
 Comfort working independently at a computer as well as collaboratively,
including occasional presentations and meetings.
 Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with online reporting systems,
digital recordkeeping, or databases is a plus.
 Bachelor’s degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and
relevant experience. Agriculture, environmental science, communications,
business, and related backgrounds are welcome.
 Knowledge of the Massachusetts cranberry industry, conservation programs, or
agricultural regulation is helpful but not required.
 Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and access to a vehicle for occasional work
travel, including on unimproved bog roads; ability to lift or move approximately
30 pounds occasionally.
Job Type & Compensation
 Year-round, full-time position, grant funded (~2-years)
 Plymouth office-based position with 1-day remote offered
 Salary guideline of $50,000 - $60,000 (this salary is only an expected range,
multiple factors will be considered in making an offer, including, but not limited
to, experience, skill set, benchmarking, and overall Association considerations)
 Health, Dental and Vision insurance available on start date
 Simple IRA program participation
 Vacation pay, 2- weeks of time (pro-rated for first year of employment)
 Holiday pay, all federal holidays (11 days)
 Career development and growth opportunities

How to Apply:
Send an email to jobs@cranberries.org with the following information:
 Cover letter which describes your suitability for the position and desire to work in
agriculture
 Resume
 Contact information for three professional references
 Application Closing Date is Friday, November 6

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or
veteran status.

Position Overview:

The Director of Lending will lead BAV’s lending program, which seeks to provide low-cost loans to farms and food businesses in and near our four-county service area. Since our inception in 2017, BAV has provided $3.6 million in loans to over 50 businesses, enabling equipment purchases, facility improvements, and other investments. The Director of Lending guides prospective borrowers through all phases of BAV’s loan intake and review process; underwrites and structures loans; and serves as a support resource for borrowers after loans close. They set annual program goals and objectives, and work with other program, development, and executive staff to lead the long-term strategy for the program. This is a leading-by-doing and relationship-driven role. The role is ideal for someone with commercial lending experience who is excited to work in a mission-driven environment, and excited to address business- and system-level financing gaps in the food system. The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, self-driven, and passionate about expanding non-extractive financing as a tool for agricultural producers and local economic development.

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