What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Worker position at The Campaign Against Hunger?
About the Organization
The Campaign Against Hunger (TCAH) is one of the most robust anti-hunger advocates in New York City, supporting over 1 million New Yorkers facing food and economic insecurity. TCAH's mission is to empower its neighbors to lead healthier, more productive, and self-sufficient lives by increasing their access to nutritious food and related resources. TCAH's programs and services include on-site SNAP and healthcare enrollment, benefits access, job referrals, assistance with applications for city services including housing, workforce development programs for youth, a client choice superpantry, inter-generational nutrition programs, urban farming and farmer's markets, Cafe and community food distribution. With an annual budget of $21 million and a staff size of 90, TCAH is looking to expand its dynamic team. You can find out more at our website : www.tcahnyc.org
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description
The Farm Worker's role is to work closely with the Lead Farmer and Farm Assistant to maintain TCAH farms. This includes manual farm work, guiding volunteer groups, supervising the Green Teen participants, and assisting with the general operation of the farms. Farm Worker must give a brief oral or written report of tasks completed to the Lead farmer, operate farm stand, and ensure all farm data received is passed to their direct supervisor.
Position Requirements
Monitor
- Oversee tasks given to Green Teens; ensure all tasks are done effectively and in a timely manner.
- Monitor volunteers, school groups, corporate groups, foundations and non-profit organizations while they're in the space. Ensure each volunteer signs in before leaving.
- Other duties as assigned
Manual Labor
o watering, seeding, transplanting, harvesting etc.
o Ensure chicken needs are met by harvesting eggs, feeding chicks and cleaning coop and run.
Farm Stand
Salary Range $16.50 / Hour Competitive based on experience.
Full-Time / Part-Time
Location
This position is currently accepting applications.
Salary : $21
