Company description

Manor Rock Farm is an agricultural practice in Taghkanic, New York. The project began in 2021 with seven ducks, two Dachshunds, and a small kitchen garden. Seeds were sourced from organic and biodynamic growers and soon the small garden turned into an acre of herbs, fruits, and vegetables with high tunnels and greenhouses. Fallow forest developed into home for Mangalitsa and Kunekune pigs.

Every decision is led by the intention to improve not only our farm’s physical output, but also the longevity of the land and the community that we are a part of. We operate at a human scale, cultivating healthier soil without the use of synthetic inputs, growing on a lunar cycle, presenting nutrient dense produce.

Restaurant Manor Rock, established in 2024, is an opportunity to share farm products that were nurtured and cultivated with human touch. It is the final step of curation for the work that starts months, sometimes years, prior. Set in a relaxed yet refined dining environment, the ingredients speak louder than any service descriptor could.

Job description

Manor Rock Farm - Full Time Assistant Farmer

Overview:

Manor Rock Farm is a small family owned farmstead in Taghkanic, NY. We aim to provide high quality, nutrient dense food to the local community and greater New York Area through our Hudson Restaurant. The full time farm assistant will work in all aspects of the farm with a primary focus on the vegetable operation. The farm operates on an acre for outdoor, no-till production and an additional half acre for indoor production. The farm raises heritage breed pork and poultry across 15 acres. This position reports directly to the Farm Production Manager, Livestock Manager and Farm Ownership.

duties:

assist with all aspects of vegetable production:

field / bed preparation

propagation

direct seeding and transplanting

cover cropping

trellising

irrigation

cultivation

harvesting

washing and packing

pest & disease management

deliveries

assist with all aspects of livestock production:

grain and supply pick up

fence maintenance

daily animal chores

pasture management

assist with general farm upkeep and ongoing projects:

tool care

farm maintenance (maintaining and organizing shared work spaces)

continued infrastructure and production space setup

operation of farm

preferred experience:

drivers license (to fulfill job duties)

ability to lift 50lbs and willingness to ask for help when needed

1-2 years of experience with no-till market gardening or with livestock

knowledge of biodynamic practices

flexibility and self direction

excitement for learning alongside a growing project and team

must love dogs

hours & compensation:

Seasonal position Feb 15 to Nov 15 (possibility of winter work for the right candidate)

Hours vary seasonally from 35-50

5 days/week

Pay is hourly, $20 base commensurate with experience

W4 position paid weekly through payroll services

weekly team lunches provided on farm

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline