Company description

The long-term goal of Gaiatree Farm ~ is to create a thriving food forest that sustains a community of 10-12 people and provides for guests at the Gaiatree Center for Remembrance & Connection, which is our sister vision of creating a retreat center business. Retreats may consist of permaculture education, land-stewardship, spirituality, yoga & meditation, dance, music, arts, vision quests and Source connection.

About Gaiatree Farm ~ a 10 acre residence in the foothills of the beautiful Sierra Nevada, the farm has 5 acres of flat pasture and 5 acres of gentle slopes with varied topography. There is a seasonal creek along one property line & 2 spring fed year round ponds, abundant water! The west line of the property borders 120 acres of BLM with a striking hilltop that gives you a 360-degree view of our secluded valley. There are several communal structures; including bathrooms, kitchen, sauna, gathering spaces, large decks and other outdoor facilities, along with 2 private residences for the caretaker/manager(s) and property owners. We are approximately 3 hours from San Francisco and 1 hour from Sacramento. It is important for candidates to understand that this is a rural area and there are fairly limited local options for commercial & social needs! There is a local grocery store 10 mins away in Mountain Ranch with some organic foods and in the town of Murphys is the nearest actual health food store, 45 mins away. It is great for the self~sustaining homesteader who is inspired to be resourceful in creating thriving social experiences on the farm and loves living & working with & on the land.

Job description

Status ~ Full time with a minimum 2 year commitment

Salary ~ negotiable based on skill & experience +

housing, amenities & utilities provided (value $1000 pm)

Additional income potential through micro-business partnerships 40/60 profit split

Location ~ Mountain Ranch CA

Start Date ~ Right away

Gaiatree Farm & Center for Remembrance & Connection has a management / caretaker position opening for a couple or individual with professional experience, who can demonstrate a strong work ethic, pro-active communication skills and an enthusiastic focus on the long-term health and productivity of the farm and retreat center. Must have extensive education and experience in permaculture practices, organic farming, regenerative land stewardship and people management.

Position Overview ~ Ideal for someone who’s self-motivated with excellent management skills and an entrepreneurial spirit who wants to live in a sweet cottage and work on amazing land in a peaceful rural location. The caretaker / manager will be responsible for design, implementation, maintenance and sustainability of the permaculture farm plan along with care taking responsibilities of the entire property. There is an existing farm plan along with farm infrastructure, including swales, gardens, fruit & nut trees, greenhouses, ponds, shop, outdoor hosting facilities etc. The position entails developing, managing and maintaining the annual and perennial gardens along with managing the hosting facilities. Implementing successful micro business models, developing nursery with native and edible perennial plants and managing volunteer help such as woofers. The Farm Manager works closely with and reports directly to the Farm Director.

Roles & Responsibilities ~

• Provide daily oversight & management of the execution of farm plan
• Co-ordinate daily schedules and work planning for team
• Research, order, pick-up, plant & care for perennial plants & trees
• Start seedlings & create schedule & implement ongoing annual vegetable production
• Review & improve upon all existing irrigation systems
• Design & create sprout sanctuary for daily consumption
• Provide oversight & management for all field activities, including, but not limited to irrigation, cultivation and general maintenance of farm/property upkeep
• Lead a weekly meeting to discuss important details & plans for farm
• Maintain accurate inventory of all materials and supplies related to field production activities and general property needs, including, but not limited to: all inputs including seed, tools and supplies etc.
• The ability to oversee multiple projects happening simultaneously with a calm, focused demeanor
• To co-ordinate / manage farm workers, long-term apprentices and woofers
• Care for all animals on a daily basis (currently just 3 cats!)
• Grounds maintenance, including, but not limited to: lawn care, forest management, creek development, chainsaw work, tractor work, driveway maintenance etc.
• Manage Air bnb; cleaning, hosting guests etc.
• Help out with retreats as needed

The long-term goal of Gaiatree Farm ~ is to create a thriving food forest that sustains a community of 10-12 people and provides for guests at the Gaiatree Center for Remembrance & Connection, which is our sister vision of creating a retreat center business. Retreats may consist of permaculture education, land-stewardship, spirituality, yoga & meditation, dance, music, arts, vision quests and Source connection.

Additional qualities important to us: Caring, impeccably clean and tidy, focused, hard-working, fun, efficient, early riser, systems-thinker, music lover, ecstatic dancer, spiritual being, loving, heart centered, patient, relaxed, honest, healthy, lover of nature and good communication skills!

Compensation

this position is: salaried, less than $50,000

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline