Company description

Flora Bella Farm is a certified organic farm with more than 30 years under cultivation in Three Rivers, California, in the foothills at the doorstep of Sequoia National Park. On 10 acres, with 7 in active cultivation, we grow specialty crops known for their quality. For decades we’ve been a fixture at the Wednesday and Saturday Santa Monica Farmers Markets, and we supply many of Los Angeles’s top restaurants.

What We Grow

Cool season: variety of winter greens and veggies: including but not limited to, arugula, rapini, mizuna, mustards, fennel, broccoli, raddichio, cabbage, etc.
Summer: peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, summer squash, eggplant, etc.
Trees: a variety of fruit and olive trees throughout the property

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Head Farm Manager to work alongside the owners and carry the farm’s legacy forward. You’ll lead a crew of 2-3 people, including long-term team members with deep knowledge of the farm. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone with a strong work ethic, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

Crop planning: Build and run year-round crop plans, including planting schedules, rotations, and harvest timelines that maximize quality and yield.

Soil health: Steward the soil that 30+ years of organic farming have built. Manage cover cropping, compost and organic amendments, reduced tillage where practical, and regular soil testing, and track soil fertility and structure over time.
Field operations: Direct planting, irrigation, weeding, fertility, and organic pest management. Work alongside the crew and set the standard for productivity and quality, and manage weather-related risks.

Equipment and infrastructure: Operate tractors and implements, and oversee maintenance and repair of equipment, pumps, and irrigation systems.

Harvest and sales: Coordinate harvests, post-harvest handling, and packing for the Santa Monica markets and restaurant accounts. Work closely with the market and restaurant team to forecast supply and availability each week and season, so they can plan sales, take orders, and keep chefs informed. Market sales and restaurant deliveries are handled by our market team; occasional market visits are encouraged to stay connected with customers and chefs, but they are not required.

Team leadership: Hire, train, and supervise year-round and seasonal staff, and build a cohesive, productive team.

Budget: Work with the owners on the farm budget to improve profitability and reduce waste.

Organic compliance: Maintain CCOF certification standards and the records that support them.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in organic or sustainable vegetable production, including at least some time in a supervisory role
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
• Fluent in English and conversational in Spanish
• Skilled tractor and equipment operator (tractors, rototillers, implements)
• Mechanical skills: troubleshooting and repairing pumps, irrigation, and equipment
• Solid knowledge of organic practices and certification requirements
• Hands-on experience building soil health through cover crops, composting, and organic fertility management
• Able to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in all conditions
• Self-directed, and able to work well both independently and with a team
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays during peak season
• Nice to have: experience with farmers’ market or restaurant sales, a Qualified Applicator License, or food safety training

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $68,640 - $75,000

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Deadline

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