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Freelance Farmer

Nehemiah Group
Chicago, IL

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Freelance Farmer

Location: Chicago, IL (Primarily South and West Side urban farm locations)

Company: Southside Blooms

Job Type: Freelance/Contract

Compensation: Competitive; based on experience and project scope

Reports to: Farm Manager / Director of Operations

About Southside Blooms

Southside Blooms is a social enterprise dedicated to transforming vacant lots into productive, sustainable flower farms. As part of the broader Chicago Eco House initiative, we empower at-risk youth through jobs in sustainability, urban farming, and floriculture. Every bouquet we sell creates jobs, converts blight into beauty, and helps create a greener, more equitable Chicago.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate, self-motivated Freelance Farmer to support our urban farming operations during peak growing seasons and special projects. This is a hands-on role perfect for someone who thrives outdoors, values sustainability, and wants to contribute to community-based agriculture. The ideal candidate has experience in small-scale or urban farming, is reliable, and can work independently or in small teams.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain farm infrastructure, including irrigation systems, raised beds, and composting areas

Perform regular weeding, pruning, watering, and pest management tasks

Support greenhouse operations and propagation work

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Qualifications

Proven experience in farming, gardening, landscaping, or similar hands-on work

Familiarity with organic and regenerative farming practices preferred

Ability to lift 40 lbs, work in varying weather conditions, and perform physical labor

Strong work ethic, punctuality, and communication skills

Comfortable working independently or with diverse teams

Passion for sustainability, social justice, and community empowerment

Bonus Skills (Not Required but Preferred)

Experience with floral design, bouquet making, or flower processing

Background in permaculture or regenerative agriculture

Prior involvement in youth mentoring or community work

Familiarity with farm tools and small machinery (tillers, trimmers, etc.)

Schedule & Commitment

Flexible, based on farm needs and availability. Seasonal hours may vary; peak periods are typically spring through early fall. This is a freelance/contract position with project-based scheduling.

How to Apply

Upload your resume and cover letter about why you’re interested in working with Southside Blooms. Please include any relevant farming or gardening experience.

Southside Blooms is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

About Nehemiah Group

Southside Blooms, a project of the 501c3 nonprofit Chicago Eco House, was started as a love story by its founders Quilen and Hannah Blackwell. Quilen and Hannah were moved by their Christian faith to relocate to the inner city of Chicago to bring hope and healing to places that are plagued by violence and poverty. This passion for the inner city is what brought them together as a couple and laid the foundation for the work that we do today: creating jobs for vulnerable youth in the floral industry by growing and arranging sustainable flowers! Our blooms signify more than mere aesthetics – they symbolize a commitment to social impact, economic development, and environmental stewardship. Join us in this journey where every petal purchased contributes to a brighter, more sustainable future for our communities.

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