Located in Hunterdon County, NJ, Grand Cru (French for ‘Great Growth’) is a young farm – this upcoming year will be our second in vegetable production, and we will begin livestock production. As our name implies, cultivating high-end, delicious produce and meat is our primary goal. We strive to do this in a low-till, regenerative, organic context, taking care of the earth, each other, and our communities.

We are seeking seasonal farmhands for the 2024 season (April 15 – November 26, with some flexibility for start/end dates). Team members can expect to participate in all aspects of vegetable and livestock production, selling of the produce at farmers’ markets, as well as other farm related tasks, such as orchard establishment and infrastructure projects. Some evenings and weekends will be required, and expect to work 40-50 hours per week during the peak season. Experience is not required, but will be taken into consideration (if you have 2+ seasons of experience, you may be eligible for our Full Time Farmer position).

Requirements:

-Ability to sit, stand, kneel, and bend over repetitively

-Ability to lift 50 pounds repetitively

-Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions for at least 8 hours a day

-Ability to work some weekends and evenings

-Not required, but considered a plus: Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a tractor and market van (or willingness to learn)

Responsibilities (non-exhaustive list):

-Help with greenhouse seeding and watering

-Help with vegetable production: plant, cultivate, harvest, wash, and pack produce in an efficient manner

-Help with livestock production (chicken and sheep): ensure that animals have their dietary needs met, monitor livestock for signs of stress, move fencing and animals, wash and pack eggs, process chickens

-Help with general farm upkeep, such as mowing and cleaning

-Help with market days: set up and tear down, display and sell produce and meat

We are looking to build a strong, passionate, and diverse farm team, so people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply! Grand Cru Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits:

-Free produce

-$75/month credit toward meat and eggs

-Free housing (private bedroom in a shared house)

-5 days (1 week) PTO
-Medical and Dental benefits available

Compensation:

-$15-25/hour, depending on experience and qualifications