Company description

Perch Farm Foundation is a nonprofit regenerative farm located in Indian Hill, Ohio. Our 40-acre working farm is dedicated to connecting the community with agriculture through hands-on learning, sustainable farming practices, and farm-based programs for children and families. In addition to our educational programs, we operate a small farm market and raise a variety of livestock while growing vegetables and flowers using regenerative methods. Our mission is to inspire the next generation to understand where their food comes from and to foster a deeper connection with the land. 🌱

Job description

Market Gardener

Perch Farm Foundation

Schedule: Wednesday–Sunday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

After farm closes for the season hours will change 8:00am-4:00pm

Pay: Starting at $19/hour with salary opportunities after 6 months based on performance and experience.

Position Overview

Perch Farm Foundation is seeking a dedicated, hardworking Market Gardener to join our farm team. This position is hands-on and ideal for someone who loves working outdoors, growing foodand flowers, and being part of a dynamic regenerative farm environment.

Responsibilities

• Planting, cultivating, harvesting, and washing produce

• Flower production: seeding, transplanting, harvesting, bouquet prep, and field maintenance

• Bed preparation and seasonal crop transitions

• Weed management and pest monitoring using regenerative practices

• Irrigation setup and maintenance

• Assist with livestock care including feeding, moving fencing, cleaning pens, and general animalchores

• Prepare for and manage Saturday Montgomery Farmers Market

• Prepare for and manage Sunday Perch Farm Market

• Maintaining tools, equipment, and growing spaces

• Assist with CSA harvests and event prep as needed

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Comfortable working around and handling livestock

• Strong work ethic and reliability

• Ability to lift 40+ lbs and perform physical farm labor

• Prior farming, gardening, flower growing, or livestock experience preferred (willing to train the right candidate)

• Interest in regenerative agriculture and sustainable food systemsWhat We're Looking For

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented

• Positive, team-oriented attitude

• Someone who takes pride in their work and cares deeply about quality

• A long-term team member who wants to grow with the farm

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

Application instructions

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Deadline

no deadline