Farmstead Fresh

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Purpose:

The job is 36-40 hours per week and usually Mon-Fri, 6-10 hours per day. We operate on a rural property, so the right candidate will have reliable transportation to work all year-round. Our product is extremely time-sensitive, so punctuality and dependability are important. Proximity to the farm is valued.

*Serious candidates should consider the feasibility of the commute before applying.

About us:

Farmstead Fresh is a small microgreens producer located on 5th Line in Hillsburgh (Erin), Ontario. We are approximately 30 minutes east of Guelph, 25 minutes southwest of Orangevile, and 25 minutes north of Georgetown. Our workplace is fun and laid back but we like to get our work done quickly and efficiently so that we can go home and enjoy our friends and family. We are also very serious about food safety and the quality of our product.

Requirements:

1. Physical ability to lift and transfer bags of soil (30-40 lbs.) to stand for long periods of time, and to work at a quick pace.

2. Punctuality, reliability and dependability.

3. Ability to work cooperatively with the Employers and with other employees.

4. Good communication skills, and ability to accurately follow directions.

5. Ability to work outdoors (from time-to-time) in less than ideal weather

Duties:

Provide services as required and directed by the Employer, including, but not limited to, the following:

(a) Assistance in all aspects of production, including; bagging and moving soil; soaking and rinsing seed; planting microgreen trays; unstacking trays; watering and brushing microgreens; monitoring and controlling lights and dehumidifiers;

(b) Assistance in all aspects of harvest, including; moving trays to the drying room; prepping bags and tubs; harvesting by hand;

(c) Assistance with cleaning activities, including; washing and sanitizing trays; cleaning and sanitizing seed buckets and screens; cleaning and sanitizing tables, walls, shelves and sinks; vacuuming and washing floors; taking out harvest waste (compost); washing dishes; cleaning and sanitizing flood tables;

(d) Accurate and timely record keeping;

(e) Serving pick-up customers

Qualifications required:

Ability to work independently and as a team member
Driver's licence (to get to work)
Assets:

Experience in food production/handling
Close proximity to the farm
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $17.00 /hour

Expected start date: 2021-08-23

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food
On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Employees and employment candidates are required to wear masks in our Grow Facility at all times, and to distance when possible.

Experience:

Food handling: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driver's license and access to a vehicle. (preferred)

Spring has arrived and Sunflower microgreens and Pea shoots are now on sale at all at Nature’s Emporium locations. Visit https://naturesemporium.com/stores/ to find the store closest to you. 🌱