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Produce Manager
Black Dirt Farm
- Posted September 17, 2018 at 10:52pm
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location Greensboro Bend, Vermont
- Type Part Time
The Produce Manager is a critical part of daily and seasonal operations of the farm’s small produce operation. The Produce Manager is charged with managing the Produce Sphere of Responsibility and in order to do this for our small but intensive operation, they must manage their schedule and execute tasks with an exceptional degree of time management and organization. We specialize in a variety of greens that have high turn over rates and require routine and regular harvesting and seeding, including adjusting seedings to scheduled changes in production goals and adapting schedules to reflect on-going changes throughout the season. Specifically, the Produce Manager is in charge of the routine aspects of the produce operation, including executing daily chores, such as watering crops and opening and closing greenhouse, and stocking and rotating the farm stand. Weekly tasks include seeding, weeding and harvesting, as well as washing, packing and delivering orders. Keeping the weekly schedule on track is extremely important and requires good time management and organizational skills. In addition to the routine weekly operations, seasonal tasks include soil preparation, pruning and trellising, potting, purchasing seeds and amendments, tool maintenance, and irrigation and greenhouse maintenance and repair. Additionally, the Produce Manager supports other farm operations with chores, including laying hen and worm chores, as well as miscellaneous projects and tasks as needed. This is a physical job often requiring the lifting and movement of substantial weight, as well as bending over. Each enterprise on the farm is small and therefore requires the operator be committed to working at a good pace, utilizing existing organizational and operational systems and contributing to their improvement, and focusing on efficiency.
Hen & Worm Wrangler
Black Dirt Farm
- Posted September 17, 2018 at 10:49pm
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location Greensboro Bend, Vermont
- Type Part Time
The Hen and Worm Wrangler is a critical part of daily and seasonal operations of the farm. The H&W Wrangler is charged with managing the Hen and Worm Spheres of Responsibility and in order to do this for our small but intensive operations, they must manage their schedule and execute tasks with exceptional time management and organization. Specifically, the H&W Wrangler is in charge of the routine aspects of the Laying Hen operation, including executing daily chores, weekly coop clean out, egg washing and packing, order fulfillment, sawdust bedding collection, and related seasonal tasks. In addition to the Laying Hen operation, the H&W Wrangler oversees our worm herd, and the production and processing of Worm Castings, including feeding, watering, harvesting, drying, screening, order fulfillment, testing and trials. Additionally, the H&W Wrangler supports other farm operations with chores, including opening and closing greenhouse, watering crops and office cleaning, as well as miscellaneous projects and tasks as needed. This is a physical job often requiring the lifting and movement of substantial weight. Each enterprise on the farm is small and therefore requires the operator be committed to working at a good pace, utilizing existing organizational and operational systems, and focusing on efficiency.
AmeriCorps VISTA
Hunger Free Vermont
- Posted September 14, 2018 at 4:02pm
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location South Burlington, VT
- Type Full Time
AmeriCorps VISTA: The VISTA Team member will receive training and support from a manager and colleagues and will increase their experience and skills in project management, communication, public speaking, strategic planning, and public education in nutrition and hunger issues. This position will support statewide activities for enhancing food security in Vermont through the coordination of resource hubs and supporting outreach efforts as needed by Hunger Free Vermont’s Program Team. Click here for more information.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Position start date is November 13, 2018.
Produce and Bulk Department Manager
Morrisville Food Co-op
- Posted September 14, 2018 at 3:56pm
- Deadline September 24th, 2018
- Location Morrisville, Vermont
- Type Full Time
Fulltime (40 hours/week): Approximately 2/3 devoted to produce. Approximately 1/3 devoted to bulk and assisting with other store responsibilities including cashiering and stocking.
Responsibilities:
Oversight and management of the produce department including:
o Regularly stock and maintain all produce to keep the produce department abundant, fresh and appealing.
o Purchase produce with an emphasis on local sources and organic.
o Maintain existing produce vendor accounts and establish new ones as necessary.
o Keep daily shrinkage logs and conduct regular inventory counts.
o Train staff in proper produce handling and stocking techniques.
o Provide excellent customer service.
Oversight and management of the bulk department including:
o Regularly stock and maintain bulk items to keep the bulk department full, fresh, and appealing.
o Purchase bulk items with an emphasis on local sources and organic.
o Maintain existing bulk vendor accounts and establish new ones as necessary.
o Maintain shrinkage logs and conduct regular inventory counts.
o Provide excellent customer service.
Stowe-wide general assistance:
o Operate the POS system and perform customer sales.
o Assist with receiving and stocking of inventory.
o Conduct fronting and facing of store products.
o Provide excellent customer service.
o Assist with regular routine store maintenance.
Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of vegetables and fruit.
- Experience working with produce and/or bulk in a retail environment.
- Experience with inventory management and purchasing in a retail environment.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Experience using a POS system desirable.
Grower
Ceres Greens
- Posted September 13, 2018 at 3:14pm
- Deadline October 31st, 2018
- Location Barre, Vermont
- Type Full Time
Our team is seeking a motivated and entrepreneurial individual with experience in growing leafy greens/herbs and farm management to join our mission. We are a hydroponic farm, therefore hydroponic experience would be preferable. This person would oversee managing the nutrient formulas, irrigation schedule and infrastructure, product quality control, and overall grow system management. They would be coordinating with the rest of the team to ensure efficient seeding, transplanting, harvesting, and packaging schedules. This is a year-round growing facility and the position will be full-time year-round.
Agricultural Loan Assistant
Vermont Agricultural Credit Corporation (VACC)
- Posted September 6, 2018 at 1:43pm
- Deadline September 30th, 2018
- Location Montpelier, VT
- Type Full Time
VACC has an excellent opportunity for a team-oriented individual to fill the position of Agricultural Loan Assistant providing administrative and technical support to loan officers in our office in Middlebury. The position requires an upbeat professional with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and ability to learn other programs. Strong written and verbal skills, accuracy and attention to detail are required. Familiarity with agriculture, financial records and an Associate’s Degree is preferred.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and ability. VEDA/VACC has a competitive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer.
Agricultural Credit Analyst
Vermont Agricultural Credit Corporation (VACC)
- Posted September 6, 2018 at 1:40pm
- Deadline October 20th, 2018
- Location Montpelier, VT
- Type Full Time
VACC seeks a motivated individual to fill the position of Agricultural Credit Analyst based in Montpelier who will support ag loan officers by providing credit investigation and analysis of loan applications and servicing accommodations. Knowledge of agricultural and/or forest industry is required. Duties will include entering data to financial accounting software, preparing and analyzing spreadsheets, drafting credit memorandums and letters for review by the agricultural lenders. Prefer previous experience as a credit analyst or similar position and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Successful candidate will have a positive customer service attitude, strong written and verbal skills with accuracy and attention to detail. Proficiency with MS Office applications and ability to learn financial database software is required. Position includes some travel within the State of Vermont.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and ability.
VEDA/VACC has a competitive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to: amiller@veda.org
Food Curator
Lawson's Finest Liquids
- Posted September 4, 2018 at 9:59am
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location Warren, VT
- Type Full Time
Taproom Food Curator
Lawson’s Finest Liquids' mission statement reads in part, “to provide beers of the highest quality and freshness.” We are also committed to providing our customers with memorable food experiences to pair alongside our beverages. We are seeking the right person to assist us in keeping this a reality. This position plays a key role in providing exemplary light food service to elevate the Lawson’s Finest customer experience in our Taproom. Our model is tasting plates of local artisan products. Items prepared without the cooking elements of a full service kitchen. We want our guests to experience palate pleasing beer & food sensory experiences with items such as local charcuterie, cheeses, breads, pickled love etc. etc. The menu will be constantly evolving and will showcase a rotating cast of seasonally available items. Do you possess an innovative passion for food creation and presentation? If so, read on!
The ideal candidate:
* Loves both food & interacting with people - we have a self-service kitchen window so you will engage with the folks you are serving
* Has a passion for and a keen sense of the craft beer industry, its food, fan culture and their expectations
* Has experience in the hospitality industry and employs strong customer service skills
* Is extremely organized, detail oriented, and has strong follow through with tasks
* Displays solid time management, discerning prioritization skills, and is self-motivated
* Possesses excellent communication skills, is honest, and hard-working
Primary Responsibilities:
* Greet customers cheerfully and encourage an atmosphere of hospitality in the Taproom
* Engaging with each customer directly, giving each the attention they deserve, and making them feel welcomed while working to meet their needs quickly and efficiently
* Collaborate with Taproom Manager & Operations Director to plan and price menu items
* Create guidelines for portion sizes, food preparation and presentation
* Maintain profitable food cost percentages
* Maintain a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with VT Department of Health Guidelines
* Ensure all staff adhere to proper food sanitation & handling procedures
* Oversee the training of kitchen personnel for safe operation of all kitchen equipment and utensils
* Maintain appropriate cleaning schedules for entire kitchen area including equipment
* Manage food product ordering and inventory processes to ensure proper quantities and quality for service
* Follow standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) governing taproom & food service operations
Requirements & Expectations:
* A minimum of 2 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation and expediting
* Willingness to work holidays, nights and weekends as a regular work schedule
* Must thrive working independently and demonstrate a positive personality
* Physically capable of a variety of duties including but not limited to repeated lifting of 30 pounds or more, and extended amounts of physical activity with prolonged standing and talking
* Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and bend for long periods of time
* A willingness to perform other duties as assigned
* Must be an effective communicator
* This position reports directly to the Taproom Manager
Compensation
* We offer a generous total compensation package for the right individual. Starting salary is commensurate with experience and benefits include paid time-off, paid holidays, company medical, dental, and 401k plan with company match.
Farm Hand
Sugar Mountain Farm
- Posted September 4, 2018 at 9:25am
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location Topsham, VT
- Type Full Time
Full time $24K + Room & Board + Benefits
We are a livestock farm with our own USDA butcher shop. Looking for a Farm Hand who can help with all sorts of things. Duties range greatly with the day of the week and the season. Fence building & maintenance, Working with animals, Distributing hay, Receiving deliveries, Heavy lifting, Tractor work, Deliveries, Helping in butcher shop.
Must be able to work as a team member and also work independently.
Full time, Good pay, Great food, Housing available on farm - Not fancy but it's free, Laundry, Health Care Benefits, Monthly bonus if live on farm and available for emergencies, Annual bonus based on farm profitability, Great work environment, No drug use. Nonsmoker. Prefer minimal to no alcohol. Driving license and good driving record a plus. US citizen or greencard. Must be okay with big dogs. Best way to contact me is by email: Walterj@SugarMtnFarm.com Tell me about yourself, your background and your skills. I'll select candidates to interview here on the farm and pick from there.
Office Manager
Black Dirt Farm
- Posted September 3, 2018 at 8:34am
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location Greensboro Bend, Vermont
- Type Part Time
Now hiring an Office Manager
Hours: 24 hours per week
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Office Manager is the primary point person in the office for administrative functions as well as customer service. This role includes a variety of tasks, including book keeping, advertising, website and social media management, new customer development, contracts, marketing, packaging, sales, distribution and customer support for all of the farm’s enterprises, products and services. Customer Support includes helping our organics collection customers prevent contamination of food scraps with trash through employee trainings and education, and customer communications. The Office Manager also handles administrative tasks, including state and solid waste district reporting and licensing, weekly collection schedules, compost orders and delivery scheduling, invoicing, Quick Books data entry, deposits, and Accounts Receivable and other related miscellaneous tasks. Additionally, the Office Manager manages our packaging and office supplies inventory, general purchasing, and sales fulfillment. As a growing business, there are new projects that come up and this person will help coordinate with other staff to figure out solutions and implement new systems and processes to improve efficiency and provide more insight on how the organization is functioning. The Office Manager must manage their own time effectively to strike a balance between routine and project-based tasks, while ensuring that less frequent routine tasks are executed effectively.
FARM DESCRIPTION
Black Dirt Farm is a diversified family farm, focusing on an integrated enterprise loop based on the decomposer cycle. Our farm collects roughly 30 tons of discarded food scraps from about 70 businesses and institutions. Food scraps are delivered to another farm for composting and to our own farm for our own laying hen operations. We raise the laying hens on a food scrap-based compost for eggs, which are sold to retailers and an aggregator. What the hens don’t eat we use to make compost and worm castings. Worm castings are primarily sold to retailers and directly to professional growers. Compost is largely sold locally in bulk. In addition to selling these products, we use them to grow produce for market. We focus our vegetable production on salad greens and tomatoes, and a small variety of other crops. Produce is sold to restaurants and local grocers. The farm is in its early stages of development and is growing in order to further improve and scale our operations, while creating greater efficiencies through synchronizing our various enterprises. We also raise broiler chickens for meat and board horses. Being a part of Black Dirt Farm means working in an environment that is both caring and efficient, and a small growth-stage farm business that is growing and needs creative resilient people to help it mature. The farm requires individuals who can be part of a dynamic and often fast paced team, while being responsible for managing their own tasks with professionalism and quality, and often working independently.
JOB TASKS
General Administrative
- Prepare reports
- Help with overall organization processes and work with team to implement
- Complete District and State Registration and Reporting
Book Keeping
- Manage Quick Books – expense and income entries, maintain Chart of Accounts, Item list, etc
- Invoicing and AR
- Prepare financial reports
- Prepare weekly deposits
- Process payroll
- Maintain cash flow projections and provide reports
Packaging Inventory
- Packaging Inventory management and reordering
- Farm and Office Supplies Inventory management and reordering
Customers, Sales and Distribution
- Sales and Customer Outreach. Primarily working with existing accounts.
- New & Existing Customer Support
- Communicate with customers, e.g. changes in schedule, seasonal notes, etc
- Help with Contamination Prevention – trainings, calls, collaboration
- Coordinating Distribution and Shipping
- Invoicing and AR
- Maintain customer files and contacts
- Schedule Sawdust collection – develop and manage accounts
- Update website
- Create social media posts and Mail chimp email campaigns
Requirements
- Superior interpersonal skills and emotional self-awareness
- Can handle multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines, and demonstrates excellent problem solving capacity. Strives toward efficiency and effectiveness
- Excited to be a part of and help to grow a new farm and food system business
- Excellent verbal and written communication, and strong customer service skills
- Good understanding of numbers and business
- Works cohesively in a team, as well as independently. In particular, is skilled and experienced in receiving and providing feedback.
- Takes responsibility for their assigned tasks and shows pride in their work
- Highly organized
- Experienced in QuickBooks, MS Word, and MS Excel
- Experience with website management, social media and Mail Chimp or similar email tools
