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Seeking a Sales Manager
Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center
- Posted January 7, 2022 at 12:38pm
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location East Thetford, Vermont
- Type Full Time
The Sales Manager works directly with all other department managers to identify and maximize our sales opportunities while maintaining the strong values and integrity that define our organization. The bulk of our sales are through our farmstand (open seasonally, May-October daily, then on weekends through the middle of December), which the person in this position manages on a daily basis, with the support of the Farmstand and Cafe Leads and seasonal sales staff. The Sales Manager also oversees the retail sales from our cafe, and farmers’ markets, coordinates and promotes CSA programs and wholesale accounts. This year, we are building an order and delivery program, which will also be coordinated by the Sales Manager, with support from a Market Lead. This person also provides guidance on marketing efforts in order to promote both sales, and our mission.
Sales Responsibilities Include:
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Coordinate and collaborate with the Vegetable, Annuals & Perennials, Kitchen, and Education managers to develop and implement comprehensive retail and wholesale sales plans.
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Provide leadership to and manage the day to day operations of the farmstand and cafe with support from department leads.
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Develop and retain a well-trained staff who are focused on superlative customer relations, and educating our community about our produce and products, as well as the overall mission of the farm.
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Oversee the development of farmstand displays merchandising, & point of purchase signage, in order to increase farmstand sales.
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Oversee the coordination of our CSA program with support from our Outreach and Engagement Coordinator
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Manage farmers market attendance with the Market Lead
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Supervise the packing and delivery of orders three times a week
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Maintain regular communications with all CSA members and other farmstand customers
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Manage and expand our wholesale market through communication with restaurants and other local markets
General organizational responsibilities
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Complete annual budget projections for sales; monitor and adjust on a monthly basis with the Executive Director.
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Actively participate on the management team to strategize and plan for future sales growth.
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Work to further the mission of CCFEC by increasing engagement and improving the quality of customers’ experiences.
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Support education initiatives and programs as appropriate (festivals, special events).
Required Skills or Experience
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Deep desire to build meaningful connections between our community and our diverse organic farm and education center.
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Proven experience in a successful sales environment engaging customers.
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Strong enthusiasm to work with a team to devise strategies to achieve sales goals.
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Comfortable working with numbers, metrics, and spreadsheets.
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A strong sense of aesthetics and the ability to create visually appealing retail displays.
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Up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in organic food sales.
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Knowledge of and enthusiasm about organic and regenerative agriculture is a plus.
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Self-directed; highly motivated.
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Ability to work well with a diverse set of co-workers.
Desired Skills or Experience
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At least 3 years of sales management experience, with demonstrated success.
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Solid knowledge of Google analytics and SEO and CRM.
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Experience setting up and optimizing online ordering systems.
Farm Crew
Diggers' Mirth Collective Farm
- Posted January 6, 2022 at 2:31pm
- Deadline January 22nd, 2022
- Location Burlington, VT
- Type Full Time
Diggers' Mirth Collective Farm is looking to hire a few experienced people for our farm crew for the 2022 season. We are a 15 acre collectively owned and operated organic vegetable farm located in the Intervale in Burlington. We care deeply about social justice, food access, Beyonce, and the Old North End community where we live and work. We enjoy each other and love what we do and are looking for a couple industrious, fun people to round out the team.
Tasks include harvesting, transplanting, wash station, hand weeding, deliveries, possible farmer's market assistance, and other general farm projects. We are looking for people who are hardworking, fast learners, with an eye for accuracy and efficiency, a good sense of humor, and at least two years of mid-sized production farm experience. Strong candidates with other relevant experience in fast-paced and/or manual labor fields will be considered.
These positions are full-time, M-F 7:30-4:00ish, with shorter days on Fridays. Wage is $14-$16, depending on experience. Positions run from mid/late May through early November.
If interested, please email us your resume to diggersmirthcollectivefarm@gmail.com and tell us who you are and why you'd like the job.
BIPOC, women, and queer & trans folks are strongly encouraged to apply.
Production and Distribution Assistance Needed
Reinberger Nut Butter
- Posted January 4, 2022 at 9:11pm
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location Craftsbury, Vermont
- Type Part Time
I need some help in continuing to grow Reinberger Nut Butter.
What
This position entails manufacture and storage of nut butter, preparation of direct-to-consumer and wholesale orders for shipment, receiving and storage of ingredients and supplies, and occasional other production and distribution related work for a locally owned and operated nut butter company.
Where
Vermont Food Venture Center, Hardwick. Occasional excursions to Hardwick post office to drop off parcels.
When
Part time - between 10 and 15 hours per week, variable depending on needs for the week. Production dates will need to be scheduled around kitchen availability at the Vermont Food Venture Center.
How much
$15/hour
Please contact me (Luke) with a resume and two references, and we'll set up a time to chat.
Hardwick Farmers Market Manager
Center for an Agricultural Economy
- Posted January 4, 2022 at 2:44pm
- Deadline January 20th, 2022
- Location Hardwick, VT
- Type Part Time
Hardwick Farmers Market - Market Manager
The Hardwick Farmers Market (HFM) and the Center for an Agricultural Economy (CAE) are looking for the right mix of market vision and enthusiasm, management and communication skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences. If you have marketing skills, strong leadership qualities, and an active interest in our local food system, farms and community, we’d love to hear from you!
The compensation for this role is $20/hour with an average of 12 hours a week for 21 weeks during the market season, plus an average of 20 hours per month in the off-season.
Learn more at www.hardwickagriculture.org/jobs
Agricultural Loan Assistant
Vermont Economic Development Authority (VEDA)
- Posted January 4, 2022 at 2:40pm
- Deadline February 28th, 2022
- Location Montpelier, VT
- Type Full Time
Agricultural Loan Assistant
Full or part-time opportunity based in our Montpelier office for a detailed oriented Agricultural Loan Assistant to provide administrative and technical support to the agricultural department.
VEDA is Vermont’s statewide economic development lender and a non-profit, mission-oriented workplace. We provide financing to businesses and farms across Vermont, often in partnership with private financial institutions and government agencies, to help create jobs and help advance Vermont’s public policy goals.
VEDA offers competitive salaries, excellent health and retirement benefits, and a generous tuition reimbursement plan. In addition, employees enjoy a flexible work environment and have opportunities for professional development and access to networking opportunities around Vermont.
VEDA is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer interested in increasing staff diversity. We welcome job applications from all qualified candidates.
To apply, please email resume and cover letter to Cheryl Houchens: chouchens@veda.org
Marketing Manager
Maple Wind Farm
- Posted January 3, 2022 at 5:22pm
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location Richmond, VT
- Type Full Time
Marketing Manager
Narrative development and strategic planning, great farm culture
Tell the story of a mission-driven organization that regenerates soil and water resources through raising pastured animals. Develop and implement strategic marketing plans. Build our customer base through regional outreach and community engagement.
The Farm
Maple Wind Farm is a pasture-based livestock farm operating in Richmond and Bolton, Vermont for more than 20 years. The farm produces pasture-raised non-GMO pork, turkeys, layer and broiler chickens, and 100% grass-fed beef through an innovative DAILY move method that keeps animals happy and healthy. Our certified organic, USDA poultry slaughter and meat processing plant allows us to bring high-quality proteins to our discerning customers.
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Positive farm team culture is built on respect and lean principles
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We believe in work/life balance (most staff work 4 days (10 hrs each day)/week)
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We are a leader in on-farm processing and pasture-raised proteins
The Position
We’re looking for a full-time Marketing Manager with 5 years of proven ability to drive dynamic sales growth through Drip email marketing, social media outreach, and web-based content generation. The salary is $50,000/year.
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Launch new value-added products
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15 days PTO/year, plus comp time for time worked over 45 hrs/week
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Competitive benefits package
The Location
Richmond, Vermont is a small town just 20 minutes away from Burlington (VT’s largest city), and nestled on the western slopes of the Green Mountains. Vermont is known for spectacular natural scenery and access to a wide variety of outdoor pursuits such as hiking, fishing, mountain biking, and hunting.
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Robust local food scene
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Richmond schools are among the best in the state
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Less than an hour from some of VT's world-class ski areas.
Why Should You Apply?
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Great pay to work with great people
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Mission-driven organization
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15 days PTO + 4-day work week
Farm Operations Manager
Maple Wind Farm
- Posted January 3, 2022 at 5:18pm
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location Richmond, VT
- Type Full Time
Farm Operations Manager
Team development, Soil, and Forage production, Animal Welfare
Build a high-functioning team to raise livestock on pasture and bring high-quality proteins to our local and regional community. Focus on soil building and forage production to maximize animal health. Coordinate team efforts in production, processing, fulfillment, and infrastructure maintenance.
The Farm
Maple Wind Farm is a diversified pasture-based livestock farm operating in Richmond and Bolton, Vermont for more than 20 years. The farm produces pasture-raised non-GMO pork, turkeys, layer and broiler chickens, and 100% grass-fed beef through an innovative DAILY move method that keeps animals happy and healthy while building soil health. Our certified organic, USDA poultry slaughter and meat processing plant allows us to bring high-quality proteins to our discerning customers.
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Positive farm team culture is built on respect and lean principles
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We believe in work/life balance (most staff work 4 days (10 hrs each day)/week)
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We are a leader in on-farm processing and pasture-raised proteins
The Position
We’re looking for a full-time Farm Operations Manager with at least 3 years of experience building, training and managing teams in a pasture-based livestock and processing operation. The successful candidate will have solid grazing and animal husbandry skills, and a systems management focus. Salary range is $40,000 - $50,000/yr DOE.
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Dynamic multi-species grazing system
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15 days PTO/year, plus comp time for time worked over 45 hrs/week
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Collaborative team approach
The Location
Richmond, Vermont is a small town just 20 minutes away from Burlington (VT’s largest city) and nestled on the western slopes of the Green Mountains. Vermont is known for spectacular natural scenery and access to a wide variety of outdoor pursuits such as hiking, fishing, mountain biking, and hunting.
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Robust local food scene
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Richmond schools are among the best in the state
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Less than an hour from some of VT's world-class ski areas.
Why Should You Apply?
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Great pay to work with great people
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Mission-driven organization
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Competitive Benefits
Local Food Production Position
Center for an Agricultural Economy
- Posted December 22, 2021 at 2:41pm
- Deadline January 21st, 2022
- Location Hardwick, VT
- Type Part Time
Job Opening: The Center for an Agricultural Economy (CAE) is looking to add a reliable individual for our Just Cut team! Experience preferred but will train motivated individuals that are a good fit.
This position is hourly, and requires a willingness to work in an industrial kitchen setting, maintaining good food safety practices, working closely with a team, and having a good work ethic.
Position: Kitchen Staff
Supervisor: Report to Facilities Manager and Just Cut Program Manager
Salary: Hourly, beginning at $17.50/hr, with opportunity for increase
Work Schedule: Starting immediately, 3-4 days per week.
Summary of Position: Just Cut is a social enterprise at CAE that prepares locally sourced produce for use in institutional kitchens. This position will work in a team with the Facilities Manager and Just Cut Program Manager. The primary responsibility is to ensure the safe, efficient, and cleanly processing and packaging of raw produce products into value-added products for institutions and bulk buyers.
This requires:
Employee Responsibilities:
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Prepare, package, and ship weekly fresh and frozen Just Cut product orders (particularly beets, cabbage, potatoes, and carrots)
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Ability to work in an industrial kitchen setting; warehouse inventory lifting, physical capability to move foodstuffs, dry goods, work in hot and cold settings, and work with food processing equipment is a necessity.
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Communicate all irregularities to the Just Cut Supervisor and follow all food safety protocols as communicated by Just Cut Supervisor or Facilities Manager (i.e. equipment malfunction, materials below par level, staff injuries, etc.)
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Maintain a high level of cleanliness throughout production kitchens and warehouse
Skills: We’re looking for the right fit for making our Food Venture Center hum with activity.
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Ability to consistently lift up to 60lbs
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Ability to work on your feet
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Ability to take directions quickly and efficiently and able to follow established procedures
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Ability to be detail-oriented, and focused on specific tasks to completion
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Ability to be on time, to communicate to your teammates, and to carry out repetitive tasks
Local Food Production Position
Center for an Agricultural Economy
- Posted December 22, 2021 at 2:38pm
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location Hardwick, VT
- Type Full Time
Job Opening: The Center for an Agricultural Economy (CAE) is looking to add a reliable individual for our Just Cut team! Experience preferred but will train motivated individuals that are a good fit.
This position is hourly, and requires a willingness to work in an industrial kitchen setting, maintaining good food safety practices, working closely with a team, and having a good work ethic.
Position: Kitchen Staff
Supervisor: Report to Facilities Manager and Just Cut Program Manager
Salary: Hourly, beginning at $17.50/hr, with opportunity for increase
Work Schedule: Starting immediately, 3-4 days per week.
Summary of Position: Just Cut is a social enterprise at CAE that prepares locally sourced produce for use in institutional kitchens. This position will work in a team with the Facilities Manager and Just Cut Program Manager. The primary responsibility is to ensure the safe, efficient, and cleanly processing and packaging of raw produce products into value-added products for institutions and bulk buyers.
This requires:
Employee Responsibilities:
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Prepare, package, and ship weekly fresh and frozen Just Cut product orders (particularly beets, cabbage, potatoes, and carrots)
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Ability to work in an industrial kitchen setting; warehouse inventory lifting, physical capability to move foodstuffs, dry goods, work in hot and cold settings, and work with food processing equipment is a necessity.
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Communicate all irregularities to the Just Cut Supervisor and follow all food safety protocols as communicated by Just Cut Supervisor or Facilities Manager (i.e. equipment malfunction, materials below par level, staff injuries, etc.)
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Maintain a high level of cleanliness throughout production kitchens and warehouse
Skills: We’re looking for the right fit for making our Food Venture Center hum with activity.
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Ability to consistently lift up to 60lbs
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Ability to work on your feet
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Ability to take directions quickly and efficiently and able to follow established procedures
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Ability to be detail-oriented, and focused on specific tasks to completion
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Ability to be on time, to communicate to your teammates, and to carry out repetitive tasks
Production Farm Manager
Common Roots
- Posted December 22, 2021 at 9:00am
- Deadline Open until filled
- Location South Burlington, Vermont
- Type Full Time
Are you a Veggie Farmer seeking a leadership position with a Mission?
Common Roots is hiring:
Production Farm Manager (Full Time, Salaried)
Common Roots is a 14-year, local non-profit focused on food access and education. Over the last 6 years, we have developed a production vegetable farm to support our programming and provide healthy food to the community. The farm leases and utilizes 7-acres on Spear Street in South Burlington, VT. The farm includes two greenhouses, three high tunnel hoop houses, open fields, and a propagation house. We also have a wash station, a storage shop, a Farmstand, and a walk-in cooler.
This farm position requires farm management skills, oversight of the operation, and responsibility for growing quality organic vegetables, herbs, plant starts, and strawberries. Farm products are marketed through a seasonal on-site retail Farmstand and food shelf-based food access programs. Over the past few years, we have established systems for the farm, which is well prepared for the 2022 growing season. Join our team of farm support, educators, interns, our chef, and community members who make this community-based operation dynamic!
Wages:
Salary range: $45,000 - $52,000 (commensurate with experience)
Responsibilities:
A minimum of 3 years of farming experience is required. The basic responsibilities include:
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Operating tractor, other farm equipment, and implements
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Seeding, transplanting, crop management, fertility management, harvest, wash, pack, and some restocking
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Perform proper record keeping of harvested produce inventory and well-documented farm operations
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Assist with Intern management and education
Skills, Experience, and Background - Required:
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Ability to work with a diverse range of team members, interns, land educators, and community members
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Self-motivated; demonstrated ability to work independently
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Ability to stay on task while intermittently assisting with customer service
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Highly organized, observant, and detail-oriented
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Time-management skills
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Excellent communication skills
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Driver’s license and safe driving record
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Willingness to be fingerprinted and have a background check
Desirable:
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Knowledge of greenhouse production (tomatoes, cucumbers, etc.)
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Knowledge of/experience in agricultural sciences, plant life cycles, food systems, farming, etc.
If you are interested, please send a cover letter, your resume, and at least 3 references to: carol@commonroots.org
