Seeking Farm Manager
Pheasant Fields Farm | http://www.pheasantfields.com |
Posted on: 08/13/2014 6:54 pm
Dates: January 15, 2015 (dates are flexible)We are seeking a farm manager to partner with an experienced farmer in growing vegetables, running agritourism business, and educating kids. Primary responsibility: growing vegetables, managing all aspects of crop production and sales. We have a historic family farm with a working business, but we need experienced help. We are interested in a farm succession plan and would use a profit-sharing model between farmer and manager. I can provide training, but I want someone with 2 years of experience who feels confident in their abilities to manage crop planning, field management, harvesting, prep and sales. I also want a 2 year commitment at the minimum. I would like 3 references, at least one must be a farmer. I would like to fill this position by Dec. 1.
Number of interns needed: 1
Couples Okay: Yes.
Kids Okay: Yes.
Pets Okay: No.
Car Required: Yes.
Experience Required: Preferred.
Specific skills or knowledge required: 2 years experience on working vegetable farm
Work Hours: Full Time.
Learning Opportunities: On The Job.
Meals: Separate Cooking.
Housing: Maybe.
Paid: Yes.