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Job Description
Job Description
Part-Time Vegetable Gardener
ABOUT CARROLLWOOD FARMS
Carrollwood Farms, an affiliate of The Carroll Companies, is a family estate farm encompassing 5,000 acres in Stokes and Rockingham Counties, North Carolina. We operate in various segments, including agriculture and hospitality. Our employment opportunities include vegetable farming, grounds maintenance, livestock, and hospitality.
Position Overview :
This position is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in vegetable production on a working farm. You will report to the Vegetable Production Farmer and be responsible for a variety of tasks to ensure the success of our crops, from planting to harvest.
Responsibilities :
- Participate in the selection, use, and storage of farming supplies, tools, and equipment, following safe handling practices.
- Assist in greenhouse operations, including seeding, maintaining clean growing conditions, and transplanting seedlings.
- Provide meticulous care for our vegetable and flower crops, including planting, watering, weeding, pest management, and monitoring for disease.
- Plant, nurture, and harvest vegetables to ensure optimal quality and yield.
- Assist with proper transportation, storage, and labeling of harvested produce.
- Prepare garden beds for future plantings, utilizing sustainable practices.
- Ensure gardens are kept weed-free through manual and organic methods.
- Participate in the collection and maintenance of our compost system.
- Operate and care for various farm equipment, including tractors, planters, and harvesting machinery (training provided).
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude and be a team player.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Vegetable Production Farmer.
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SALARY AND BENEFITS
Competitive, DOE.
Headquartered in Greensboro, NC, The Carroll Companies is a family of companies dedicated to real estate development and property management. As The Carroll Companies continues to evolve nationally, we are best known for our luxury multifamily developments, mixed-use lifestyle centers, storage solutions, industrial developments, single-family homes, and premium hotels and hospitality services.
The Carroll Companies is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity is a source of strength and innovation, and we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to create a workplace that reflects the diversity of the world we serve. Together, we strive to build a culture that celebrates uniqueness, embraces differences, and ensures that every employee feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Your talent is what matters most, and we are excited to welcome individuals from all walks of life to contribute their skills and perspectives to our dynamic team.
