Agricultural Technician

Blackberry Farm, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Property benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off with additional holidays

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401k match with profit share

Training and education

Job summary

Blackberry Farm, LLC is seeking an Agriculture Tech to maintain the culinary garden and support the culinary team at our Walland, TN location. The role involves daily garden upkeep, harvesting, and interaction with guests, with weekend availability required.

The job focuses on sustainable, chemical-free gardening in a guest-centered luxury environment. The position emphasizes guest-facing responsibilities and hands-on work outdoors, with safety and teamwork integrated into daily operations.

Qualifications

• Must have a basic knowledge of organic farming methods.
• Experience with equipment operation, specifically tractors is preferred.
• Ability to interact with guests and visiting children in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily tasks to upkeep the culinary garden.
• Water plants as needed and maintain a chemical-free garden.
• Harvest garden products daily and provide to the kitchen.
• General garden maintenance including weeding, staking, and bed prep.
• Manage compost and daily kitchen waste collection.

Skills

Organic farming knowledge

Tractor operation

Guest interaction

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

1471 W. Millers Cove Rd Walland, TN 37886

The pay rate for this position is $15 per hour. Weekend availability required.

The Agriculture Tech is responsible for the general maintenance of the garden for guests’ enjoyment and the needs of the culinary team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform daily tasks about the upkeep of the culinary garden
• Water plants as necessary
• Maintain a chemical-free garden
• Harvest product daily
• General garden maintenance including hand weeding, staking and trellising, mowing, weed eating, bed preparation, laying compost, transplanting, etc.
• Compost management, including the daily collection of kitchen waste.
• Daily harvest to fill kitchen orders, including trimming, cleaning, and delivery of garden produce
• Organization and maintenance of garden-related tools and equipment
• Interact with guests and team members when necessary
• Other duties as deemed necessary.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Must have a general knowledge of or interest in organic farming methods
• Equipment operation, specifically tractor, the experience is preferred
• Ability to engage with visiting guests and children

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Must be able to communicate with all levels of Team Members and Guests in a professional and courteous manner

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Basic understanding of math

REASONING ABILITY

• Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to be on feet for the majority of the day
• Must be able to operate a golf cart or company vehicle safely
• This is a physically challenging position

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Farmstead, Garden, and Livestock areas
• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, and all weather conditions

Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain, Relais & Châteaux properties located in the Great Smoky Mountains, continue the traditions of unparalleled hospitality and luxury that have always been the hallmark of the Blackberry brand. Combining land conservation, modern-day luxuries, and captivating natural setting, the two resorts create vacation experiences unlike any other. Activities abound at Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain offering the opportunity for every guest to create an ideal experience to enjoy the properties and the region, whether they’re seeking the thrill of adventure, the relaxation of a spa immersion, or quality time around the table enjoying celebrated cuisine. A career at Blackberry means being surrounded by a welcoming and supportive team who strive each day toward common goals: legendary hospitality, memorable experiences and generational sustainability. From ensuring our guests have a memorable stay to providing renowned cuisine, Blackberry provides career-defining opportunities, a comprehensive benefits program, and the tools to explore and grow your career.

Some of our benefits include:

• travel perks
• property benefits
• tuition reimbursement
• paid time off with additional paid holidays
• health insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• 401k match with profit share
• training and education

Blackberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer.