Employment Opportunities
Field Crew
Seeking individuals for our 2013 Field Crew (May through October). Duties include seeding, transplanting, cultivation, harvest, and post harvest cleaning/packing. Crew members will also assist with CSA box packing as necessary. Experience preferred but will consider individuals without experience who have the right combination of other desired skills; strong work ethic, great attitude, timeliness, dependability, and desire to learn organic farming techniques. Must be able to lift 50# and willing to work in all weather conditions. Please email a resume and cover letter to info@harvestmoon-farms.com.
Field Crew Supervisor
Seeking 2 individuals for our Crew Supervisor positions. Vegetable farming experience preferred but will consider candidates without experience who demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Crew supervisors will be responsible for managing a group of field crew members for planting, cultivating, harvesting and packing. Must be able to provide direction and work with the crew to complete tasks within specific time parameters. Responsible for communication and reporting to the Farm Manager. Must be able to lift 50# and willing to work in all weather conditions. Please email a resume and cover letter to info@harvestmoon-farms.com
Chef de Farm
Harvest Moon Farms is seeking a chef/field crew for the 2013 season. We are a certified organic produce farm specializing in heirloom vegetable production. We market our products throughout Chicago to wholesale accounts, restaurants, caterers, and through our Community Supported Agriculture program. The farm is located in southwest Wisconsin. Potential candidates should be interested in learning about organic and sustainable agriculture, marketing/media, event preparation and planning, community outreach and education. Must possess strong communication skills, both written and oral. This seasonal position reports to the Farm Manager and duties are split 50/50, kitchen and field crew work (see Field Crew job description for details). Runs from June through October.
Duties will include
- Ability to work 40 to 50 hours per week, Monday through Friday, hours may fluctuate. Alternating Saturdays as necessary
- Preparation of staff meals Monday through Friday for a staff up to 25 using farm products including animal proteins
- Care and maintenance of kitchen garden
- Contributing to weekly newsletter, blog, and Social Media content
- Recipe and product development
- Participation in farm to table, community outreach, and educational events
- Food preservation (canning, pickling, etc)
- Food preservation and preparation classes for CSA members
Skills Desired
- High energy, great work ethic
- Computer literate
- Flexible and adaptable
- Creative and self motivated while also willing to take direction
- Timely, ability to work well in group settings
Please email resume and cover letter to info@harvestmoon-farms.com |
