General Manager Of Minnesota Harvest, A Popular Twin Cities Fall Destination

Do you love fall? Our growing family business is seeking a full-time, year-round General Manager to join our team and oversee our retail and agritourism operation at Ferguson’s Minnesota Harvest located in Jordan, MN, a short commute Southwest of the Twin Cities. We are open to the public in the fall with a large apple orchard, pumpkin patch, retail store/bakery, hard cider bar and more, but this is a full-time, year-round position which could begin immediately!

You will manage 80-100 employees in several departments, including retail sales, food/bakery, tour guides, bartenders, tractor drivers and more, as well as interact with customers in a positive, professional manner. Weekends from August 17 to November 3 are required. The remainder of the year, the typical work schedule will be weekdays only. If you love fall and want to play a key role in helping countless families create lasting memories, this is the position for you!

The Ferguson family of farms (including Ferguson’s Orchards, Ferguson’s Minnesota Harvest and Ferguson’s Pepin Heights) is home to multiple retail Agritourism destinations in Minnesota and Wisconsin and is also the largest apple grower between the Rocky Mountains and Lake Michigan. What is “Agritourism?” Think amusement park meets farm – we welcome over 250,000 visitors each fall at our popular destinations! Find us on Facebook at “Ferguson’s Minnesota Harvest” or visit fergusonsorchard.com for an idea of what we do. We are proud to have been named the “Best Apple Orchard in Minnesota” by the Star Tribune in 2023!

Responsibilities:

- Hire, Train & Manage Seasonal Staff in Several Departments

- Organize Weekly Employee Work Schedules and Maintain Employee Hours

- Manage/Monitor Inventory

- Maintain Product Displays and Merchandising

- Troubleshoot Issues with Cash Register Systems and Other Systems

- Maintain Cleanliness in all Indoor and Outdoor Areas

- Ensure Food Safety Standards are Met

- Report to Owners

- Weekends from Aug. 17 to Nov. 3 are Required

- Off-Season Duties Include Various Projects and Preparations for the Following Fall

- Note – this is not an agricultural position and does not require farming knowledge

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Related Field Preferred

- Minimum of 2-3 Years of Management Experience in a Fast-Paced Tourism/Retail/Hospitality Industry

- Detail-Oriented, Organized & Able to Work Independently or as a Team

- Excellent Customer Service and Problem-Solving Skills

- Ability to Obtain Necessary Food and Beverage Certifications (ServSafe, Bartender’s License, etc.)

- Ability to Think Clearly and Remain Calm While Multitasking (peak fall days may experience 10,000+ visitors)

Compensation/Perks:

- Salary DOE (anticipated range $70k-$90k)

- Bonus Potential

- Health Stipend

- Cell Phone Stipend

- Opportunity for reduced hours November – March

- 1 Bedroom Apartment Available On-Site if Needed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience directly managing over 10 employees at one time?

Ability to Relocate:

• Jordan, MN 55352: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person