Farm Crew Member Raleigh's Hillside Farm
- Date Posted February 25, 2020
- Location Evansville, WI
- Category Agriculture
- Job type Part-Time
We are an eight-acre certified organic farm specializing in diversified vegetables and beginning to experiment with hemp production. Our produce is sold primarily through a 350-member CSA program and a couple dozen wholesale accounts throughout Dane county. Our team is small but mighty. We are committed to building efficient systems, providing an educational and gratifying work environment, and building community through good food.
At the end of the day, Kyle and I farm because we envision a better world. A world where people enjoy the food that nourishes them, have healthy relationships to it, and understand the ways in which it was produced. A world where agriculture works within the natural ecosystem and does not cause harm. A world where farming is a respected and desirable career because farm owners and employees earn a fair, living wage and feel empowered in their marketplace.
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We help our customers enjoy healthy, local food in a convenient, simple, approachable way and get them excited about their role in our food system.
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We strive to provide the highest quality produce possible first by being certified organic and sharing our production methods with our customers, but secondly by providing clean, beautiful vegetables packaged appropriately for customer ease of use.
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We work to elevate the public perception and standard of living for farmers by sharing our stories, acting deliberately and professionally, and building a system that pays farm owners and employees fairly.
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We implement strategies that are beyond organic, focused on long-term soil health and leaving as little impact as possible.
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We are focused on being part of the good in this world: something that brings joy, beauty and vibrancy into our customers’ weekly routine.
Raleigh’s Hillside Farm is seeking a skilled crew member to join our small but mighty team and assist us in a successful eighth growing season.
Raleigh’s Hillside Farm is an eight-acre certified organic farm specializing in diversified vegetables and beginning to experiment with hemp production. Our produce is sold primarily through a 350-member CSA program and a couple dozen wholesale accounts throughout Dane county. Our team is small but mighty. We are committed to building efficient systems, providing an educational and gratifying work environment, and building community through good food.
We are looking for someone with a great work ethic, positive attitude, and strong dedication to our mission who functions well in a fast-paced environment. Crew members will be involved in all aspects of the farm’s production including seeding, transplanting, weeding, harvesting, washing, packing CSA boxes, and any other farm maintenance needed while keeping a clean and organized working space.
Throughout the season, crew members will work closely with farm owners and have ample opportunity for an in-depth look at organic farming processes especially when it comes to CSA production.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Fast, hands-on learner who takes instruction well, is not afraid to ask questions, and quickly applies lessons learned to their work.
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Energetic person who understands deadlines and shows up on time with a positive attitude.
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Active communicator who enjoys being part of a team, but is also comfortable working alone on projects.
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Reliable, responsible, and self-motivated individual who is open to receiving feedback.
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Individual with strong attention to detail, thorough observation skills, and ability to maintain consistent sizing standards while keeping efficiency in mind.
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Not afraid of long days of physical work in all weather conditions.
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Ability to lift 40 pounds is required.
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Reliable transportation to the farm is also required.
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Previous farming experience through preferred, is not required.
POSITION DETAILS:
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Crew member season runs March 30th-November 6th.
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Crew workdays are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday averaging 32 hours per week.
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Pay starts at $11-12/hour based on experience. First year benefits include a work gear stipend in the spring and access to surplus organic produce every week.
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We are committed to building long-term relationships with our employees and thus provide a five-year compensation and benefits plan at hire that encourages longevity while working towards better pay and benefits for farm laborers. This plan is available to applicants upon request.