We are hiring! Two of our wonderful team-members are moving on to different careers, so we are looking for great candidates for the following positions:

 

1. Cut Flower Grower:

 

Job Description:


Daily tasks include prepping flower beds, planting, weeding, watering, harvesting, processing flowers, and assembling bouquets for market. Ideal candidates will take a critical interest in achieving the farm’s goals in a conscientious and efficient manner, and cultivate a personal knowledge of flower crops, soil science, pest management and other farming techniques.

 

Minimum qualifications:

• At least one full season of farm work or equivalent fast-paced, physically demanding work environment.

• Excellent references from all previous employers.

• Reliable transportation to and from the farm.

• The ability to lift 30+ lbs. while walking over uneven ground, stoop, kneel, cut, dig, push and pull heavy loads, and the ability to work in all weather conditions, including wet, cold and extreme heat.

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and remember detailed directions.

• Strong communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and also collaborate with a team.

 

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior experience on a cut flower farm

• Prior experience as a farm manager

• Education in a related field

 

Schedule:

The full season runs from May-November. During the busiest months (June-October), we work mornings, 20 hours/week. We work fewer and more flexible hours in April, May, and November)

 

Hourly Rate: $16-20/hour, commensurate with experience.

 

2. Floral Designer:

 

Responsibilities:


Create high-end floral arrangements for weddings, events, as well as weekly and daily customers. Candidates should have a keen eye for color, design, creative problem-solving, and the ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining careful attention to detail and aesthetics.

 

Minimum qualifications:

• At least one full season of floral design or the equivalent of fast-paced work, such as in a busy restaurant, retail, design, or a manufacturing setting

• Reliable transportation to and from the farm

• Ability to engage in physically active work that includes lifting heavy objects (30+lbs.) while walking over uneven ground

• Desire to learn and the ability to remember plant names and post-harvest handling requirements of each variety

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and remember detailed directions

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to work independently and also collaborate with a team

 

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior experience in a floral shop or as a floral designer, preferably with a focus on weddings and events

• A strong portfolio showcasing previous floral designs and arrangements

 

Schedule:

Mondays, Thursdays and some Saturdays from June-October; about 12-20 hours a week, varying with the wedding and event schedule. Regardless of events, Mondays and Thursdays are required to arrange weekly bouquets and custom arrangements.

 

Hourly Rate: commensurate with experience.

 

3. Combined Role:

For the right person, there is potential to combine both roles into a part-time or full-time position.

 

Hourly Rate: Commensurate with experience.

 

Non-Discrimination Policy: We do not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations.