Jobs & Internships Archives - Pasa Sustainable Agriculture https://pasafarming.org/classified_type/jobs-and-internships/ Tue, 28 May 2024 12:58:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Prep cook and farm hand positions, Deep Roots Valley Farm https://pasafarming.org/classified/prep-cook-and-farm-hand-positions-deep-roots-valley-farm/ Tue, 28 May 2024 12:58:14 +0000 https://pasafarming.org/?post_type=classified&p=25270 Deep Roots Valley Farm is a small family owned, fifth generation, regenerative, grassfed, and pasture based farm and kitchen in Berks County, PA. We have 150 acres of pasture where […]

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Deep Roots Valley Farm is a small family owned, fifth generation, regenerative, grassfed, and pasture based farm and kitchen in Berks County, PA. We have 150 acres of pasture where we raise over 120 head of grassfed cattle and 1,500 pastured laying hens. We also raise smaller numbers of pastured broiler chickens, and pigs! In addition to grassfed and pastured meats and eggs, we have an on farm commercial kitchen where we use our products plus local and organic ingredients to create delicious prepared foods and ready to eat lunch and breakfast for farmers market sales. We are a husband and wife team and are just getting too busy to do it all ourselves as our farm grows!
We believe in nourishing our bodies with good food and good work! We want to provide the highest quality meats, eggs, and meals for our customers and leave our little piece of this earth a better place for the next generation!

JOB DESCRIPTION
Our kitchen is a small, usually one or two person operation! We cook large batch freezer meals, and small handheld biscuit breakfast sandwiches and savory hand pies for reheating and serving at farmers markets. We have recently expanded from one to two Saturday farmers markets and are doubling our production!
We are looking for part time help on Tuesdays through Fridays. We love creating clean food from our farm and supporting other local farmers and small businesses as well! If working on a small farm and baking and cooking sound fun to you, please let us know!

Responsibilities will include:
Chopping veggies, prepping/cooking meats, shredding cheeses, making from scratch biscuits. Assembling hand pies, pot pies, biscuit breakfast sandwiches, freezer meals, soups, and broths. Some dishwashing and light end of shift cleaning will also be part of the job.
Perks included: free prepared foods, and pastured eggs!

If cooking isn’t your thing, we also have part time farm hand positions open!
Tasks will include: feeding chickens and pigs, collecting and washing/boxing eggs, working with cattle, maintenance, light landscaping work, and possibly even helping at farmers markets. Hours would include weekends. farm, equipment, and animal husbandry experience is a plus, but not required. Perks include free pastured eggs and prepared foods!
Please email or text Kelly Smith with questions or interest!

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Situation / Work wanted https://pasafarming.org/classified/situation-work-wanted/ Fri, 24 May 2024 20:19:07 +0000 https://pasafarming.org/?post_type=classified&p=25228 I am an experienced cattle, poultry, pork farmer who has moved back to Pennsylvania. I have more than 15 years experience with grass fed operations, crop planting, equipment operation service […]

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I am an experienced cattle, poultry, pork farmer who has moved back to Pennsylvania. I have more than 15 years experience with grass fed operations, crop planting, equipment operation service and repair. I am looking for a situation that includes housing and a fair wage (negotiable) A single room is plenty, I have no pets, non smoker non drinker). Please text or call 5708168773.

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Flower Farm Team Member https://pasafarming.org/classified/flower-farm-team-member/ Wed, 22 May 2024 18:43:11 +0000 https://pasafarming.org/?post_type=classified&p=25130 Goose Creek Gardens is hiring full-time Flower Farm Team Members (seasonal options available). The Flower Farm Team Members will plant, harvest, weed, and process thousands of flowers weekly. The Flower […]

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Goose Creek Gardens is hiring full-time Flower Farm Team Members (seasonal options available).

The Flower Farm Team Members will plant, harvest, weed, and process thousands of flowers weekly. The Flower Farm Team Members will work in fields, greenhouses, and packing barn.

The ideal candidates are serious about their word and enjoy working outdoors.

The positions begin immediately with the hours of 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday with a pay rate of $11.00/hour with the potential to earn more.

These are immediate openings.

Job Requirements

Must be 18 years or older

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds

Must be able to walk on uneven ground, bend and stoop all day, and work year-round in all weather conditions (sun, rain, snow, wind, heat, cold, etc.)

Must be able to follow direction, work well with others, and be dependable

Other

Farming or greenhouse experience is preferred

A current tetanus shot is recommended

Goose Creek Gardens, Ltd. is a working flower farm located in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania.

229 Rest Home Rd. Cowansville, PA 16218

Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOZ5SLVr-BVVusFKPb-A2tqgzXDGzs4rnqnq029iIykvPvPg/viewform

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Flocktown Farm is hiring for our Farm Production Crew! https://pasafarming.org/classified/flocktown-farm-is-hiring-for-our-farm-production-crew/ Wed, 22 May 2024 18:43:01 +0000 https://pasafarming.org/?post_type=classified&p=25157 Farm Production Crew: Looking to add another crew member to our organic vegetable production team. The vegetable production team is responsible for all field work that is required in growing […]

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Farm Production Crew:

Looking to add another crew member to our organic vegetable production team. The vegetable production team is responsible for all field work that is required in growing over 120 acres of fresh organic vegetables here in Pittstown, NJ. Daily tasks for farm production crew may include tillage, cultivation, transplanting, irrigation, mowing, row cover management, spraying, and harvest. Preferences will go to experienced equipment operators but we are also open to training ambitious farmers looking to gain new skills. You will be working alongside seasoned vegetable growers while occasionally helping out the harvest team when needed. The work is a great mix of teamwork and solo work.

Qualifications:

Farm production crew applicants should have at least 2 seasons of farming under their belt. Must be comfortable around tractors and farm equipment. Good problem solving skills, a positive attitude, and strong work ethic are all vital for this position. Candidates that have experience in organic vegetable growing, auto mechanics and construction will be preferred.

Details:

Work starts ASAP and continues through December. Full year positions are available for the right fit.

ON FARM HOUSING AVAILABLE. Beautiful shared farmhouse with modern amenities.

On top of hourly pay, employees receive free organic eggs, unlimited organic produce, fresh baked bread and 30% off on grocery store items that we stock.

Typical end time:

5PM

Typical start time:

7:30 AM

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Farm Hand Needed! https://pasafarming.org/classified/farm-hand-needed/ Wed, 22 May 2024 18:42:50 +0000 https://pasafarming.org/?post_type=classified&p=25147 Are you passionate about sustainable agriculture? Have experience working in animal husbandry? Located in Lawrenceville, NJ, Cherry Grove Farm is looking for a reliable, hard-working helper in the herd/animal side […]

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Are you passionate about sustainable agriculture? Have experience working in animal husbandry? Located in Lawrenceville, NJ, Cherry Grove Farm is looking for a reliable, hard-working helper in the herd/animal side of our dairy operation! Prior experience working in dairy not required but is certainly a plus. An interest in agriculture and delivering high quality product is a must! Must have access to personal transportation and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Within a decade of its founding, Cherry Grove established itself as one of the region’s premier cheesemakers, garnering numerous national awards that reflect the care taken in every step of the cheesemaking process.
The quality of our cheese reflects the high standards we keep in stewarding our land. We are committed to practicing regenerative agriculture, regularly rotating where our animals are grazing so that both they and the land remain as healthy as possible.

Please email andrewi.cgf@gmail.com for more information. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for this position/why you are interested!

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