Farm Crew Member

Meadowood-Napa-Valley; St. Helena (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick pay

Daily employee meals

Uniforms

Job summary

Meadowood-Napa-Valley in St. Helena, California, is hiring a Culinary Farmer. This unique role emphasizes sustainable agriculture and farm-to-table practices, offering hands-on experience in various farming activities. Responsibilities include garden maintenance, crop variety knowledge, and teamwork in a professional setting. The compensation ranges from $20.00 - $21.00 per hour, with additional benefits such as sick pay, daily meals, and uniforms. Strong attention to detail and interest in sustainable practices are valued.

Qualifications

• Previous gardening or farming experience is preferred, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standards closely.
• Comfortable operating farm tools and machinery in a responsible manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all regular garden tasks including harvest, planting, weeding, and maintenance.
• Become familiar with different crop varieties and harvest standards.
• Periodic deliveries to kitchens/outlets.

Skills

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Interest in sustainable agriculture

Tools

Farm tools

Equipment and machinery

Job description

At Meadowood, gracious hospitality defines the style of service and timeless, natural beauty, the sense of place. A rich company culture inspires staff to achieve the highest service standards in hospitality. Join the Meadowood team and experience the pride and teamwork of working alongside a dedicated team of professionals in a truly beautiful setting.

Meadowood’s Culinary Farm grows unique, seasonally appropriate crops using organic and sustainable techniques on 3.5 acres. Emphasis is placed on efficient market-farming techniques and systems, experimentation with new crops and varieties, and the utilization of all edible portions of the plant’s life-cycle. Using these techniques and with careful planning, communication and collaboration with the kitchen team, the farm produces year round products for the restaurant’s hyper seasonal menu.

Position Summary:

The culinary farmer position offers an extremely unique work and learning experience. The culinary farmer will rotate through different units of responsibility on the farm during their tenure with the goal of developing a well-rounded market farming skillset and a full understanding of a farm to restaurant relationship.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in all regular garden tasks including harvest, planting, weeding, bed preparation, and general maintenance.
• Become familiar with different crop varieties and harvest standards.
• Periodic deliveries to kitchens/outlets.
• Be comfortable communicating as part of a professional and collaborative team. English proficiency is a plus.
• Be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Able to perform physically demanding work in all weather conditions.
• Have strong attention to detail and ability to follow standards closely.
• Previous gardening or farming experience is preferred, but not required.
• A genuine interest in sustainable agriculture, food systems, and farm-to-table operations is highly valued.
• Be comfortable operating farm tools, equipment, and machinery in a safe and responsible manner.

Compensation:

The starting hourly rate for this position is $20.00 - $21.00 per hour.

• This is the rate Meadowood Napa Valley reasonably expects to pay. Final compensation will depend on factors such as experience, education, and other job-related qualifications. This position is eligible for service charge distributions and gratuities in accordance with company policy. Total compensation varies and is not guaranteed.
• Sick pay
• Daily employee meals
• Uniforms

Meadowood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Meadowood is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. Please let us know if you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability.