Company description

Hell's Backbone Grill & Farm, now in its 22nd season, is a James Beard nominated farm-to-table restaurant in Southern Utah. We believe deeply in the importance of organic, locally produced, regionally and seasonally appropriate cuisine. On our 6.5 acre farm, we grow vegetables, fruit, herbs, flowers, and raise hens for eggs, all of which directly supplies the restaurant. We rely largely on local ranchers for the grass-fed and finished meat we serve. Our commitments to sustainability and environmental ethics are central to our restaurant and farm.

Though we are located in one of the most remote towns in the lower 48, Hell's Backbone Grill & Farm is bustling during the season (May through October). Surrounded by the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, and on the scenic road connecting many of Utah's National Parks, our restaurant is a destination for many who come to experience the immense and beautiful wilderness that Southern Utah has to offer.

Job description

Farmer at Hell’s Backbone Grill & Farm

Overview

A farmer for Hell’s Backbone Grill & Farm participates in all aspects of farm work in order to provide our restaurant with sustainable, high quality food. Our 6.5 acre farm utilizes organic, “no harm” practices to grow vegetables, fruit, herbs, flowers and eggs. In addition to being a part of the farm team, farmers are a part of and interact with the restaurant community as well, as they deliver produce directly to the restaurant and support restaurant needs on occasion. So good communication skills and a helpful attitude are a must!

Essential Functions:

• Participates in all aspects of farm work, including greenhouse propagation, bed/field preparation, transplanting, direct sowing, weeding, thinning, pest/disease management, harvesting, post-harvesting handling
• Helps maintain all perennial areas, including orchards, flowers, herbs and ornamentals
• Helps ensure the health and well-being of all animals on the farm (layer hens and goats). This includes: providing sufficient feed and clean water daily, maintaining clean living areas, ensuring predator protection at night
• Landscaping and maintenance of assigned areas in order to keep farm attractive and safe for staff and visitors
• Participates in occasional small-scale construction (fence building, animal structure construction, etc.)

Expectations:

• Treat coworkers and restaurant/farm guests with kindness and respect
• Maintain positive and professional attitude
• Be nimble and flexible - living and working in a remote place requires an ability to adapt and be resourceful
• Respect Hell’s Backbone Grill & Farm resources (ingredients, equipment, time, etc.)
• Be willing to live on farm and participate in off-hours work as needed in emergencies

Qualifications & Skills:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to perform significant physical labor in varying outdoor conditions (sun, heat, wind, cold, rain, snow, etc.)
• Teamwork - must work well with others, which includes using clear and respectful communication and being willing to help others
• Listening skills - ability to follow tasks to specific instructions; ask clarifying questions if unclear
• Time Management - manage time effectively in order to complete required tasks
• Problem Solving - engage critical thinking skills when confronted with problems

Work Schedule, Compensation & Housing:

• Full-time (40-45 hours a week)
• 5 days/week with two days off
• Starting date of May 2nd, with end date TBD (mid-late October)
• Wage of $15/hr
• Time off requests granted on a case-by-case basis, depending on workload and co-workers’ schedules
• Housing available onsite in farm trailer (rent of $150/month)

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

Application instructions

Deadline

April 18, 2021