Farm Hand

Sunset Farm is a USDA Certified Organic Vegetable and Flower farm located in Naugatuck, Connecticut. We are a diversified operation, growing over 100 varieties of vegetables and cut flowers on four acres. Sunset Farm has a 50 share CSA, several wholesale accounts, donates to local food pantries, and attends the following markets: Trumbull Farmers Market, Monroe Farmers Market, Ridgefield Farmers Market, CitySeed Edgewood Park Farmers Market, and the Naugatuck Farmers Market.

We are seeking a part time farmer to join our crew of four!

Responsibilities:

• -With proper training and support, engage in all aspects of production including seeding, planting, weeding, distributing CSAs, harvesting, washing & packing, as well as attending farmers markets and interacting with customers.
• -Drive a market van to and from farmers markets.
• -Adhere to the National Organic Program standards in all aspects of production, including record keeping.

Requirements:

• -One year of experience on a vegetable farm is strongly preferred
• -18 years old
• -Valid Driver's License
• -Ability weed, plant, harvest, and pack produce to high quality standards
• -Able to lift about 50 lbs
• -Ability to operate independently after training and support are offered
• -Ability to manage time and have a sense of urgency
• -Ability to communicate effectively with other crew members
• -Ability to log harvest and production data for record keeping
• -Ability to use sales software and provide customer service

Position:

• Part time, 2-3 days per week, May through October. Potential for more hours or winter work as the season progresses.

Compensation:

• -$17-$19/hour depending on experience
• -Weekly Produce
• -Tool Stipend ($100)
• -Cash bonus in October after completing the season

Application:

To apply, please email a resumé, two non familial references, and anything else you feel is important for us to . Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Sunset Farm will hire the best candidate for any available position, and we know our team will be stronger with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences. We will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, incarceration history, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other non-merit factor.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 24 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Naugatuck, CT 06770: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19