HARVEST AND SALES MANAGER
We are seeking a motivated individual to fill our Harvest and Sales Manager position. This person does sales for the farm and oversees the efficient operation of the field harvest and pack-out. This individual is responsible for managing the crew leaders and field crew on all things related to the harvest. The Harvest and Sales manager works closely with and is supervised by the farm owner.
Primary Responsibilities
Do weekly field walks to assess the crops and timing, quantity, and quality of harvest.
Make harvest list for farmers markets and wholesale orders.
Communicate harvest list with the field crew leaders.
Assist as needed with washing, sorting, and packing.
Make wholesale availability lists for retailers, restaurants, and distributors.
Maintain inventory of packing supplies.
Oversee that a clean, organized cooler and storage spaces are maintained.
Monitor quality of product and proper packaging and labeling.
Oversee that cleaning logs are completed and food safety procedures are practiced.
Input payments from farmers market and sales accounts.
Maintain strong relationships with various accounts and build new sales channels.
Assist in training farmers market staff on crop information.
Attend staff meetings and participate in both big picture strategizing and daily operational decisions.
Secondary Responsibilities
Occasionally working farmers markets, which includes driving a box truck, customer service, detailed record-keeping, attention to detail, repetitive heavy lifting.
Helping with truck packing and moving product between ranches as needed.
General farm work and participation in projects as needed.
The work requires the physical and mental capacity to contribute daily to an often rigorous, fast-paced, and deeply rewarding agricultural practice. This position is 30-40 hours/week.
Qualifications
Experience on a production farm is desired.
The ability to speak conversational Spanish is required.
Proficiency with Excel and basic computer skills.
Great attention to detail.
Familiarity with different vegetables
Experience with/willingness to learn appropriate harvest/wash/pack and food safety procedures.
Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
Ability to well independently as well as with others.
Willing to make a two-year minimum commitment.
Applicant should be self-motivated, hardworking, eager to learn, have excellent people skills, great multi-tasker, and be in good physical condition. Ability to perform certain tasks such as heavy lifting (over 50#), repetitive grasping, standing, bending, and walking (No applicant will be rejected because of a condition or impairment that, with reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of work.)
This position is a good fit for someone with strong office and administrative skills, who also wants to spend time outside in the field, and enjoys working with a diverse group of hard-working people.
Compensation and Housing
This is a year-round position. Housing is available on site for rent. Position includes health insurance, food from the farm, a continuing education allowance, and paid vacation days. Compensation is $25-35/hour, depending on experience.
It is a high priority of the farm to provide a quality experience to those working here. An ideal applicant is interested in participating in many aspects of a small-scale, diversified farming operation and has an interest in advancing an agricultural career.
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The Hiring Process
If you are interested in working at Blue House Farm, please send a resume and a letter with the following information:
Relevant past work experience, including specific responsibilities and duties
Your goals relating to agriculture
Other related skills (ie: carpentry, cooking, writing, tractor driving, plumbing, retail sales, computers, etc…)
2 references
Send to: ryan@bluehousefarm.com. If your qualifications match what we’re looking for, we will contact you to schedule a phone or on-farm (preferred) interview. If you have additional questions, feel free to contact us.