To apply:
Send a cover letter, resume and two references to Marc Grossman at [email protected] or contact him at 202 412 5698 by text. Applications submitted via Indeed will NOT be reviewed. Applicants may be invited to do a field trial on the farm for 2-4 hours.
About Us
The Farm at Our House is a 12 acre certified organic mixed vegetable and small fruit farm located in Brookeville, MD. We aim to provide fresh produce at a fair price for residents of Montgomery County and the District of Columbia by offering a CSA, attending 3 farmers markets (Silver Spring, Bethesda, Dupont Circle) and selling to restaurants and institutional buyers. We embrace sustainable agricultural practices, care deeply about our carbon footprint, and work hard to create an equitable workplace where input from farm crew members is valued and hard work is compensated as fairly as possible given our economic constraints.
Mission
Our mission is to create a model of a certified organic farm that nourishes our community and land. We believe true sustainability means caring for our soil, our employees, and our community with equal measures.
To learn more about the farm check out our website at www.thefarmatourhouse.com or check us out on Facebook- thefarmatourhouse or Instagram.
Job description
In this position you will learn to implement daily priorities and policies as determined by the farm manager. These will include and are not limited to leading and performing field work, including planting, cultivation, irrigation, harvesting, post-harvest handling of crops, marketing, equipment maintenance, repair and requisition, greenhouse and high tunnel maintenance and irrigation.
The person in this position can expect to represent the farm at weekly farmers markets or CSA pickup sites, ensure delivery of produce to wholesale customers and individuals, manage produce allocation at the market, wholesale, and CSA. Markets require early morning starts.
Requirements:
- Initiative and focus on learning how to farm mixed vegetables.
- Driver's license
- Ability to work long hours in the heat and cold doing strenuous labor outside
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- We cannot hire any international candidates who do not have the required legal authorization to work in the United States or H2A Visa holders at this time.
Preferred:
- I year of experience farming or horticultural experience with the application of sustainable agriculture principles and organic farming
- Experience operating and maintenance of heavy equipment
- Construction, electrical, social media, and website development skills
- Bachelor or Associate degree in any field
Compensation:
- Varies based on experience, free produce and access to professional development opportunities, paid leave.
Housing:
Housing is not available on site is not available.
Job Types: Full-time
Salary: $15.50 - $16.75 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- Full CSA share
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Brookeville, MD 20833: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Farming: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.50 - $16.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
