Assistant Gardener
- Date Posted March 28, 2024
- Location Barnard, VT
- Category Agriculture / Education
- Job type Full-Time
Company description
Twin Farms is Vermont's only luxury Forbes five-star hotel. As a member of Relais & Chateau we are renowned for our celebrated uniquely-designed accommodations nestled in 300 acres of pastoral beauty. Guests enjoy the indulgences of individualized luxury, gourmet meals and fine wines with ample opportunities for outdoor adventure or simple relaxation.
Job description
Twin Farms is seeking 1-2 farm hands for the 2024 season (May-October). This position will work alongside the farm manager to operate a small, intensive restaurant garden on the sprawling Twin Farms estate in Barnard, VT. An ideal candidate would possess the following skills + traits:
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Some experience in vegetable + flower production
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Ability to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly and perform tasks that may require kneeling, bending, squatting, etc.
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Ability to work efficiently in all conditions
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Willingness to perform repetitive tasks
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Attention to detail
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Must be able to work at least one weekend day
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Most importantly- good communications skills, the ability to adapt as things come up, and a curiosity for what is possible
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assistance with all facets of vegetable and cut flower production- bed prep, planting, weeding, harvesting, wash/pack, delivery to kitchen, etc.
- Hosting garden tours for guests
- Animal chores- feeding, moving animal groups, egg washing, etc.
- Assistance with pest and disease management
Compensation
this position is: hourly, $15-20/hrApplication instructions
Deadline
no deadline