Farm Manager

The Inn at Little Washington; Virginia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance (F

Paid time off (Full-time)

401(k) retirement plan with match

On-the-job training

Employee education allowance

Advancement potential

Flexible schedules

Employee appreciation events

Complimentary uniforms

Daily family meals prepared by chefs

Referral bonuses

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Inn at Little Washington is seeking a dedicated Farm Apprentice to support the Farm Manager in a regenerative, organic program. You will care for vegetables, microgreens, edible flowers, and farm animals, ensuring top quality ingredients move from field to kitchen.

You will maintain greenhouses, assist with irrigation, soil fertility, and daily farm operations, while aligning with Chef Patrick’s vision and maintaining the farm's beauty and function. Weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Willingness to work weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays.
• Able to learn quickly and contribute to a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Execute farm maintenance tasks: seeding, planting/transplanting, pruning, weeding, harvests.
• Maintain production areas for microgreens, edible flowers, herbs.
• Uphold aesthetics of farm areas and community spaces.
• Assist in pest management and disease identification/control.
• Maintain irrigation systems and soil fertility practices.
• Keep accurate inventory of supplies and tools.

Skills

Outdoor work

Weekend availability

Initiative

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

3–5 years professional farming experience

Job description

Description

Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world. There is no better time to join in out growing team of exceptional people. On-the-job training, advancement potential, flexible schedules, amazing benefits, and competitive pay. Your next career awaits.

Some of our awards include Michelin 3 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. Member of Relais & Chateaux.

Why join our team:

We offer:

• Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
• Paid time off (Full time employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• On-the-job training
• Employee education allowance
• Advancement potential
• Flexible schedules
• Employee appreciation events
• Complimentary uniforms
• Delicious “family” meals daily prepared by the chefs
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive pay

www.theinnatlittlewashington.com

SUMMARY

The Farm Apprentice supports the Farm Manager in maintaining the standards of production and presentation for The Inn at Little Washington’s farm program, which practices regenerative, organic agriculture. The work centers on careful stewardship of the land and the ingredients it provides. Primary production supports the culinary needs of both The Inn and Patty O’s Café and Bakery. The role includes maintaining greenhouses and tending vegetables, microgreens, and edible flowers that move from the farm to the kitchen. The Farm Apprentice also helps preserve the natural beauty and overall aesthetic of the farm in alignment with Chef Patrick’s vision, while overseeing the care and well‑being of the Inn’s farm animals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Execute a variety of farm maintenance tasks including but not limited to seeding, planting/transplanting, pruning, weeding, and crop harvesting.
• Help maintain production areas for culinary microgreens, edible flowers, and perennial/annual herbs.
• Maintain expected aesthetics of the farm production areas and common areas for the community.
• Assist in pest management and mitigation, crop disease identification, and control.
• Maintain permanent and seasonal functioning irrigation systems.
• Help execute proper soil fertility and fertilization practices.
• Keep accurate inventory of supplies.
• Maintain proper care of tools and equipment
• Perform daily cleaning and organization of all storage areas.
• Oversee the care and well‑being of all farm animals.
• Follow guidance and direction from senior management effectively, efficiently, and appropriately.
• Weekend work required.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Flexibility in scheduling and willingness to work weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays.
• Willingness to take initiative and ability to ask for help.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the role.
• Positive attitude and ability to contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Desirable

• 3–5 years of professional farming experience.
• Experience in greenhouse production.

SKILLS

• Great communication skills and strong ability to follow directions.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with ability to adapt to changing conditions.
• Strong work ethic and passion for farming and animal care.
• Ability to safely and properly use a variety of farm tools and equipment designed for planting, transplanting, mulching, watering, weeding, pruning, digging, raking, etc.
• Ability to work well independently and self‑motivated.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds consistently.
• Must be able to bend, squat, kneel, and be on your feet, hands, and knees for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work outdoors in the heat/cold and other weather conditions as needed.
• Availability and understanding that this position often requires hours in excess of a standard work week (40–50 hours) including weekends.

**The Inn at Little Washington is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws**