Red Dog Farm Field Crew Positions 2015

Red Dog Farm is a 23-acre organic farm with 13 acres in vegetable and berry production. Located on the Olympic Peninsula, we are nestled in the beautiful Center Valley of Chimacum, Washington. We produce crops year-round and sell to three local farmers markets, to local restaurants and wholesalers, through our CSA program, and at our own self-serve farm stand. Red Dog Farm is going into its eighth season with farm owner/ operator Karyn Williams. Our crew consists of twelve full time employees, 5 seasonal part time employees, and volunteers.

We currently have openings for five full time field crew positions for the 2015 season. Applications are accepted and reviewed on an on-going basis until the positions are filled.

Compensation is hourly wage of $9.50 per hour plus fresh produce from our fields.

Time Commitment

• Field Crew positions begin April or May and run through December.
• Length of commitment will be negotiated before hiring.
• Hours are 40- 45 per week.

Essential Job Functions

• The primary responsibility is to harvest.
• In addition, there is a lot of other field work including but not limited to transplanting, hand weeding, hoeing, and moving irrigation.
• There are also the following roles to fill: farmers markets, delivering, farm stand stocking, washing/ packing and tractor driving.

Minimum Qualifications

• One season previous farm experience preferred
• Strong interest in farming necessary
• Flexibility to learn new methods and farm systems
• Good communication skills
• Energetic, fun and motivated personality
• Excellent work ethic and positive attitude
• Conscientious and able to work with all kinds of people
• Strong back and knees
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Willingness to fully commit to the farm for the season
• Preference given to those interested in staying on for multiple seasons

Application Process

To apply, fill out the Employment Application on our website (www.reddogfarm.net) and submit along with your current resume. Materials may be submitted using one of the following options:

EMAIL:

MAIL:   Red Dog Farm
Attn: Field Crew Position
P.O. Box 402
Chimacum, WA 98325