Company description

Obercreek Farm is a USDA Certified Organic farm located in the hamlet of Hughsonville in the Town of Wappinger, NY and has been in production since 2012. We grow diversified seasonal vegetables, herbs and hops on plans maximizing our growing space through efficient and thoughtful growing techniques that require less land to achieve higher farm productivity and financial sustainability without compromising the health of our agricultural ecosystems and our farmers.

We grow all of our certified organic produce and herbs on a total of 4 acres in rotation on a 14 acre property throughout the main growing season and utilize cover crops and compost to regenerate fields with the goal of not purchasing outside sources of fertilizers or organic amendments. Through the utilization of ½ acre of indoor production space, we are able to achieve continuous year round production to provide additional income for the farmers and farm for the benefit and enjoyment of our community.

Job description

We are currently looking for someone who is highly organized to help distribute our CSA and assist in the farm stand. Our CSA runs from June through November, but there is potential for year round employment. 4-5 days per week.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

-Set up CSA share produce and display signs prior to pick up time

-Maintain CSA produce through out day and accurately maintain member pick up list

-Set up store at beginning of shift with fresh produce and signage

-Post daily for social media with manager's guidance

-Receive payment by cash, credit cards, vouchers and gift card through Square POS

-Fulfill online orders in an organized, mindful, and timely manner

-Organize walk in daily rotating vegetables, donations, and compost

-Greet customers and assist them in a friendly manner

-Maintain knowledge of our products (training provided)

-Receive deliveries, checking for piece count, damaged goods or discrepancies on invoices, and inform manager

-Weigh produce and stock in a neat and timely manner

-Maintain overall store cleanliness and organize throughout day

NECESSARY SKILLS:

-Must enjoy interacting with people, work well in a team environment, and enjoy delicious veggies!

-Ability to balance speed and efficiency while staying organized and friendly

-Capable of lifting 40-50 lbs repeatedly and standing for an eight hour shift

-Must be able to work weekends

-A sense of humor, positive attitude and enthusiasm are an absolute must!

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US:

-Delicious certified organic veggies and an employee discount at the farm stand

-Being part of a dedicated passionate community of people working hard to improve our local food system

-Potential for year round full time employment working with an awesome, kind crew of humans, and the potential for advancement into a managerial role in subsequent years at Obercreek

-Hourly pay based on experience with opportunity for increases based on performance
-Housing available

Compensation

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

Application instructions

Deadline

April 25, 2022