The Muskoka Farmer
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Description
Position: Farm Team Member - Regenerative Market Gardener (Vegetable Seeding, Planting, Weeding, Harvesting, Washing & Packing)
Type: full time, seasonal (Mid May-September) - flexible part time also available.
Location: Severn Bridge, Muskoka, ON
We are looking for someone enthusiastic and reliable to grow with us!
About Us: We are a no-till, no-spray, regenerative market garden growing on 5 acres in Severn Bridge, Muskoka. We are focused on soil health, biodiversity and intercropping to grow the most delicious lettuce, salad, tomatoes, beets and a variety of other vegetables for our weekly Harvest Box, Saturday Farmers Market, to chefs and retailers.
Job Responsibilities:
- Soil Preparation
- Seeding
- Transplanting
- Garden Maintenance (weeding, mowing, trellising, etc)
- Harvesting
- Washing & Packing
- Other farm responsibilities as needed
Qualifications:
Prior experience farming, fruit picking, tree planting, landscaping, organic gardening etc is considered an asset but not required.
- Experience working in agriculture OR a keen interest in pursuing a career in agriculture
- Must be reliable - inability to show up to work places an enormous burden on the rest of the team
- Must be willing and able to work long hours in all weather conditions
- Must be able to stand/walk/kneel/crouch/bend for extended period
- Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds
- A good work ethic and a great attitude!
Note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Compensation:
$20-24/hr dependent upon experience.
- Applicants with no agricultural or relevant experience start at $20/hr. Starting wage goes up $0.50 increments for each year of relevant experience up to $24/hr
- Hands-on experience in regenerative farming
- Potential for long-term employment for the right candidate
- Access to fresh, locally grown produce.