Company description
Juniper Farm is a small, intensively managed cut flower farm in the Roaring Fork Valley, serving weddings, local markets, and wholesale outlets. We’re looking for a skilled, motivated Farm Lead who wants to be part of a very small team.
This role is ideal for someone who has experience farming and is interested in stepping into a role with more leadership potential. I am looking for someone who cares, notices details, moves efficiently, problem-solves, and takes real pride in the results.
Job description
As Farm Lead, you’ll work closely with Abby (owner/farmer/florist) to carry out weekly plans, help manage irrigation, maintain crop health, and keep the farm operational and thriving. You will also be responsible for harvest/sales at a weekly farmers market.
This is not a traditional “farm manager” role with a big crew and lots of delegation.
This is a small-team, high-ownership role where you contribute directly to every part of production including: planting, weeding, harvesting, bed prep, irrigation, market prep and market sales.
You’ll help shape the future of the farm while also staying hands-on and fully engaged in the work.
Weekly Schedule (Typical)
Monday – Big farm day: major projects, planting, bed prep, weeding
Tuesday – Harvest; wash/pack; prepare for deliveries/CSA/market
Wednesday – Off
Thursday – Off
Friday – Additional harvest, weeding, project work, prep for Sunday
Saturday – Harvest and prep for Sunday market
Sunday – Solo farmers market, engaging with customers and representing the farm
This rhythm may flex based on weather, weddings, and crop needs. We are open to discussing different 2-days off for the right candidate. Additionally, we are open to scheduling weekends you could take off on occasion.
Key Responsibilities
Farm Production:
- Execute weekly field plans (planting, weeding, bed prep, trellising, harvesting)
- Maintain high-quality flower production across annuals, perennials, and foliage crops
- Monitor plant health and alert Abby to issues early
- Help manage irrigation throughout the day (perform basic checks)
- Maintain clean, organized workspaces
Prep beds efficiently using small-scale tools and systems
Harvest & Post-Harvest
- Harvest to Juniper Farm standards (clean cuts, hydration, stem length)
- Prepare buckets, organize cooler space, and maintain quality control
- Load and prep for Sunday markets and weekly deliveries
Farmers Market
- Solo Saturday harvest + Sunday market setup
- Represent Juniper Farm with professionalism, warmth, and product knowledge
- Manage sales, customer conversations, and booth flow
- Keep track of inventory + weekly market notes
Team Collaboration & Communication
- Work in sync with owner and small crew
- Communicate clearly about daily progress, needs, or issues
- Help guide seasonal staff or volunteers
- Be proactive, responsible, and able to make independent decisions
- Bring positive energy to a small, hardworking team
Qualifications
- 1–3+ years of hands-on farm experience (flowers a bonus)
- Comfortable with irrigation systems or ready to learn quickly
- Physically able to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors in all conditions
- Reliable, communicative, punctual
- Enjoy working alone sometimes, and on a tiny team always
- Willing to work weekends (Saturday harvest + Sunday market)
- Bonus if you have any floral experience (making bouquets, arrangements, etc.)
Compensation & Details
Starting at $25/hour, with the option for higher pay depending on experience and ability to take on greater responsibility.
Seasonal (April–Oct) with potential winter hours
Farm products. Option to grow small area for your own.
Paid training in farm systems, irrigation, and flower harvest quality
Opportunity for expanded responsibility in year 2 if desired
Compensation
this position is: hourly, $20/hr +
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Deadline
February 02, 2026