Job Description

About us The Elmbrook Farm grows microgreens, mushrooms and field vegetables as well we have beehives for honey and bake sourdough products. We operate organically and do our best to live sustainably. We welcome the opportunity to share our passion and teach what we have learned ourselves. We provide great food across Prince Edward County to residents, chefs in local restaurants, market stores and we operate in person at the Picton Town Hall Farmers\' Market every Sunday from May to November. Check out our website www.theelmbrookfarm.com to find out more about us. Requirements for role:

• comfortable working alone and in a team
• follows instructions well, both written and verbal
• willing to work with hand tools and small power tools
• interest in organic and regenerative farming practices
• ability to lift up to 25kg and sometimes work in awkward positions
• harvest and examine produce and prepare for market
• identify disease and other crop issues and communicate problems
• able to work around bees
• embrace working outdoors even in inclement weather

What we will teach within our system:

• Compost management
• Regenerative growing practices such as compost extracts, biochar and vermicompost
• Methods for weed and pest control
• Seeding techniques for market farming
• Application of soil amendments and fertilization
• Pruning and specific crop management
• Microgreen management
• Soil maintenance
• Small scale irrigation
• Crop planning for Market Farm Season extension

Benefits of working at The Elmbrook Farm include:

• access to fresh organic produce and sourdough products for your own use
• relaxed and flexible work environment (once trained)
• a great learning environment with a variety of different aspects
• access to onsite gym/yoga/relaxation space
• library of organic farming books
• working outdoors
• Bernese Mountain dogs on site!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 25 - 40 per week Salary: $17.00-$19.00 per hour Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Are you able to work Saturdays?
• Are you able to commute to and from our farm daily? We are not able to provide living space.

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person