Market Farm Crew Member

WellPower - All Jobs•Denver, CO

10d•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction of the Farm Manager, this position works in all aspects of small-scale sustainable food production. The Job includes all ongoing tasks associated with vegetable production and will also support the farm’s outreach, education, and community support programs. The Market Farm Crew Member is a position that requires at least 1 year of farming experience, preferably in a market farm setting. This position is 40 hours a week, from Mid-April through the end of October, primarily Monday-Friday with frequent evening hours and occasional weekend hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
1 Year of farming experience required, 2 years is preferred. Experience in a similar urban/small scale agriculture environment is a plus. Must be familiar with use of handheld tools such as broadfork, scuffle hoe, bow rake.
Experience working with volunteers, children (pre-k through 12), people with disabilities, and diverse communities and individuals is a plus.
Experience working in farmers’ markets is highly desirable.
Marketing and sales of produce and/or other products, a plus
Basic understanding of biology, chemistry, and/or soil sciences
Some experience with Microsoft Office, Square POS, database management
Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable.
Ability to give, receive and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials and articulate goals and action plans.
Must be able to assess risk and challenges quickly and develop an effective response.
Must understand people from all walks of life and be able to communicate effectively with them.
Maintain flexible schedule.
Frequent early morning, evening, and weekend responsibilities.
Wednesday, all day during market season is required (must be able to attend at least 14/16 markets).

Responsibilities

Assist in all aspects of planting, cultivating, harvesting of crops, and maintaining plant health in coordination with the Market Farm Manager and Farm Assistant.
Provide accurate record-keeping and reporting on farm outcomes including harvest totals, seed dates and transplant dates.
Help prepare and coordinate produce distribution including farm stand, pantry, subscriptions, food access, and donation programs.
Follow all food safety protocols
Assist in planning for and attending special Farm-related events at the Dahlia Campus for Health and Well-Being and occasionally off-site
Attend meetings with Farms and Gardens partners and outreach team, as appropriate
Facilitate communication and understanding of site programs, services, goals and values.
Be present for/assist with field trips, farm tours, volunteer days, cooking demonstrations/classes, and various social events throughout the year, as needed
Other duties as assigned