Floral Farmer

SingleThread; Healdsburg (CA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

PTO

401(k)

FSA

EAP – 6 sessions

Dining and wine discounts

Education opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Referral bonuses

Job summary

SingleThread in Healdsburg, CA is seeking a Floral Farmer to support all flower-production tasks on the farm, under the Farm Manager and with the team. This hands-on role covers greenhouse propagation, fieldwork, harvest, and order fulfillment, with a focus on quality and timely communication.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in floral farming or related agriculture, strong organizational skills, and reliable teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in floral farming or relevant agricultural work.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Highly dependable, punctual, and self-motivated.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business needs require.
• Commitment to a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine field tasks: planting, weeding, mulching, irrigating, spraying, and managing pests/diseases.
• Perform greenhouse activities: seed sowing, thinning, potting up, and propagation.
• Harvest flowers and execute post-harvest handling, including washing, sorting, and packing.
• Coordinate floral order communication, preparation for both internal and external clients.
• Maintain organized workspaces and equipment care standards.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with team members and supervisors.
• Support the farm’s Kaizen philosophy through continuous improvement and attention to detail.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Farm Manager.

Skills

Floral farming experience

Organizational skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Dependable

Flexibility

Continuous learning

Job description

Description

Compensation + Benefits

• Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour plus gratuities
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Paid Time Off - Including Vacation, Sick and Mental Health Time Off
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program - 6 free counseling sessions annually for you and your household members
• Employee Dining and Wine Discounts
• Customized Educational Opportunities
• Opportunity for Advancement within the Vertice Portfolio
• Referral Bonuses

Position Summary

The Floral Farmer supports all aspects of flower production on the farm, working under the direction of the Farm Manager and in collaboration with the SingleThread team. This hands‑on role involves everything from greenhouse propagation to fieldwork, harvesting, and order fulfillment, with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and timely communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine field tasks: planting, weeding, mulching, irrigating, spraying, and managing pests/diseases
• Perform greenhouse activities: seed sowing, thinning, potting up, and propagation
• Harvest flowers and execute post-harvest handling, including washing, sorting, and packing
• Coordinate floral order communication, preparation for both internal and external clients
• Maintain organized workspaces and equipment care standards
• Communicate clearly and consistently with team members and supervisors
• Support the farm’s Kaizen philosophy through continuous improvement and attention to detail
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Farm Manager

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in floral farming or relevant agricultural work
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
• Highly dependable, punctual, and self‑motivated
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business needs require
• Commitment to a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and continuous learning

ENVIRONMENTAL AND/OR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully in compliance with federal, state, and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds regularly
• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time throughout the workday
• Must be able to bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms and hands above shoulder height frequently
• Ability to climb stairs and steps and physically maneuver through diverse and changing work environments

KEY COMPETENCIES

• To have a positive impact, taking responsibility and initiative to resolve issues, always clearly communicating with both managers and team members
• To be decisive, accepting responsibility for making things happen and thinking ahead
• To be an active listener, remaining present and open, providing verbal, non‑verbal, and supportive feedback, and showing our respect and empathy with one another.
• To be motivated and committed, approaching all tasks with enthusiasm and seizing opportunities to learn new skills or knowledge in order to improve your performance
• To be flexible, responding quickly and positively to changing environments
• To maintain high team focus via cooperation and support to other team members in the pursuit of department goals
• To be a positive role model and demonstrate the ethos of Kyle, Katina, the management team, and our overall company culture and values

Each of the items listed is considered to be an essential function of the role. However, this list should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities of the position. Vertice Hospitality reserves the right to alter the duties of this role.

Vertice Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Vertice Hospitality is committed to hiring a diverse workforce, sustaining an inclusive culture, fostering an environment of continual improvement, and offering opportunities for growth and career development.