Farm Team Member

Breeden's Orchard; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal position

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Pay increases with skill development

Job summary

Breeden's Orchard in Kentucky is seeking enthusiastic and versatile part-time Farm Team Members to join our fast-paced, hands-on farm team. These roles support the peach and apple orchards, interact with guests, and help with educational programming and property maintenance.

Responsibilities include guest engagement, hospitality, school field trip facilitation, farm labor, and ensuring safety and cleanliness. Flexible scheduling accommodates stay-at-home parents and 3x12 shift workers.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing roles and hospitality mindset.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work weekends, nights, and peak seasonal days.

Responsibilities

• Visitor Engagement & Hospitality: Greet guests, provide directions and safety guidance; lead school field trips; host interactive experiences; monitor areas for cleanliness and safety; maintain energy and hospitality.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Flexible schedule

Weekend availability

Adaptable

Job description

We are seeking enthusiastic and versatile part-time general and seasonalFarm Team Members to join our dynamic team.

Farm Team Members play a vital role supporting our peach and apple orchards, help maintain our agriculture program and property, and interact with our guests at the farm. We are looking for adaptable, positive, hardworking team members who enjoy outdoor work, engaging with people, and being part of a fast-paced, hands-on farm environment.

Note: Part-time positions are available with flexible scheduling options to accommodate stay-at-home parents and 3X12 shift workers.

The Farm Team Member position is a dynamic, cross-functional role that blends:

• Guest service & hospitality
• Educational programming facilitation
• Farm labor & property maintenance
• Setup & operational support

This role shifts with the seasons and business needs — some days are guest-facing and high energy, while others focus on behind-the-scenes farm work and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

Visitor Engagement & Hospitality

Greet guests warmly and proactively provide directions, activity information, and safety guidance.

Lead and facilitate school field trips.

Host interactive experiences.

Monitor activity areas for cleanliness and safety throughout the day.

Maintain a high level of energy and hospitality.

Farm & Property Work

Assist with orchard and crop production tasks.

Perform daily animal care duties.

Maintain farm grounds.

Help unload deliveries and move produce or materials across property.

Teamwork & Operations

Transition between guest-facing and operational roles as needed.

Assist in opening and closing procedures across activity areas.

Complete safety checks before guests enter play zones and activity stations.

Support cross-departmental needs during high-traffic periods.

Uphold farm values of hospitality, safety, teamwork, and integrity.

Model a positive attitude and strong work ethic at all times.

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to lift 40-50 lbs and remain on feet for extended periods.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work weekends, nights, and peak seasonal days.
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-changing environment.

• This position offers a starting wage range of $16.00-$18.00 per hour, based on experience, agricultural knowledge, guest engagement skills, mechanical aptitude, and demonstrated leadership qualities.
• Team members may be eligible for pay increases as they develop expanded farm skills, strengthen guest interaction abilities, take initiative on projects, and consistently model strong teamwork and accountability.
• We prioritize promoting from within and offer leadership roles. Team members who work during our peak season (September 15 - October 31) may have access to performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Hands-on agricultural and hospitality experience.
• A fun, team-oriented environment.
• The chance to help create memorable experiences for thousands of guests each season.
• Seasonal position.