Two positions available at diverse farm located in Kingston, ON. We're a small scale farm focusing on regenerative practices with no chemical inputs and a positive impact on the environment. We are a true representation of farm-to-table, producing our own fruit, veg and meat, and bringing it full circle into prepared meals sold to the public. We have a small scale vegetable plot, diverse orchard, small herd of Red Devon cattle, sheep, chickens, and hens.
We're looking for both a full-time and part-time candidate, and can offer a flexible schedule. Farm hours run from Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4pm, with occasional weekend hours available for markets/events. Start/finish times are flexible.
$18/hour wage
One summer position available.
One position available with the opportunity to continue on into the fall and potentially permanently.
Ideal candidates have a positive attitude, are able to learn new tasks, enjoy working outside all day, are comfortable helping in the kitchen, and are able to work occasional weekend markets/events serving prepared farm-to-table meals.
Requirements
-able to get to and from work independently (we're in the country, there is no bus route)
-able to perform basic physical tasks (eg. planting, weeding, harvesting, etc)
-able to work well alone or with a team
-able to perform repetitive tasks
-comfortable working outside all day in all kinds of weather (within reason)
-reliable attendance
-able to work in a fast paced environment
-ideally comfortable working with livestock, but not necessarily a requirement
-basic knife skills or comfort working in a kitchen is an asset, but not necessarily a requirement
Tasks
Jobs will vary day to day and change throughout the season, but will include..
-planting the vegetable garden (both direct seeding and transplanting)
-weeding
-applying compost or mulch
-harvesting vegetables
-harvesting berries
-cleaning and processing the harvest
-basic kitchen tasks (chopping, peeling, working a food processor, etc)
Applications to Milaina Larsen
mm.larsen@live.com
613-532-4326