Company description

Stargazer Hollow Farm is a community-focused, sustainable farm newly located in Fitchburg, MA, dedicated to growing exceptional heirloom produce, nutrient-packed microgreens, and providing farm-fresh eggs from happy, healthy birds who live outside in the sun and grass. Stargazer Hollow’s mission is to produce high-quality heirloom produce using sustainable, earth-friendly methods and bring the community closer to the source of their food. With a strong emphasis on quality, diversity, and collaboration, we strive to create a welcoming environment that fosters learning, growth, and a shared passion for building a resilient local food system. As a woman-owned, minority-owned, and LGBT+-owned organization, we prioritize an inclusive attitude on the farm team.

Job description

Stargazer Hollow Farm is seeking a dedicated and experienced Farm Manager to lead the daily operations of our sustainable farm, and to help us plan and build in a brand-new farm space. This key role involves overseeing the cultivation of heirloom produce, while ensuring our farming practices align with our mission to produce high-quality, earth-friendly food and foster a deeper connection between our community and the source of their nourishment.

The Farm Manager will coordinate planting schedules, manage a small team of paid field crew members and workshare and other volunteers, participate in planning and forecasting, learn and implement natural and organic integrated pest management systems, and collaborate with other managers and team members. The farm also has livestock animals, and though the Farm Manager will have a partner in the Barn Manager who will mostly handle the livestock side, there may be some livestock work for the Farm Manager as well based on the interests of the candidate and needs of the farm.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in agriculture, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for sustainable farming. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a vibrant farm environment and help shape the future of Stargazer Hollow.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline