Farm Crew Member

Organization Description

Groundwork Market Garden is an urban farm in Buffalo, NY in operation since 2015. The farm produces USDA certified organic vegetables & herbs, as well as mushrooms and nursery plants. Our products are sold through a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, an on-site farmstand, and to area restaurants and institutions. We are happy to provide our employees with a friendly, safe, and respectful environment. Our employees will enjoy the lifestyle that farming affords- working outside in conjunction with the seasons, access to fresh organic food, connection with the soil, plant growth, and community who enjoys it, and an opportunity to learn and grow within our organization.

Position Description

We are seeking to add a two new team members to our Farm Crew for the 2024 season. This will be a seasonal, full-time position (April-October). Hours are typically 8am to 5pm, five days a week, with a one hour daily lunch break. Schedules may change as necessary based on weather, season, daylight hours, market schedule, etc.

Essential Functions

The Farm Crew Member must be capable of participating fully in all farm tasks including, but not limited to:

• General Farm chores: turning over beds, cultivation, seeding, planting, weeding, watering
• Field/Bed Preparation: digging, carrying heavy loads
• Harvesting
• Processing: washing/packing

Critical Skills/Qualifications

• Experience in organic vegetable farming is preferred, not required
• Ability to do physical work under varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team
• Attention to detail and pride in a job well done
• Good communication skills
• Good customer service skills
• Positive attitude

Employment Length:

• 4 - 6 months

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Buffalo, NY 14211: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person