Organic Farmer / Garden Assistant

Sorrel River Ranch; Moab (UT); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared housing available

Access to farm fresh produce

Benefits after 6 months

Job summary

Sorrel River Ranch in Moab, UT is seeking an Organic Farmer/Gardener to manage a 175-acre edible garden providing organic produce for the resort. The successful candidate enjoys outdoor manual labor, works well with a team, and is eager to learn about permaculture and organic gardening.

This position offers $15 per hour with shared housing options and benefits after six months. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree and have experience in organic farming or gardening.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working independently and with a team.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Perform general garden labor, including routine plant care.
• Implement and repair irrigation systems.
• Participate in greenhouse care and composting.

Skills

Manual labor

Teamwork

Customer interaction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Organic Farmer/Gardener Position

Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa, Moab, UT

Contact: Jamie Williams if interested [e-mail]

SORREL RANCH GARDEN:

Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa has a 175 acre edible garden/farm which provides farm-to-table organic produce to our restaurant and mercantile. Utilizing Permaculture design, organic inputs and building our soil for long term garden health. The garden hosts activities for the resort guests and local residents

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Gardener/Farmer position is an excellent opportunity for those who would like to learn about permaculture design, multiple ways of composting, irrigation, plant nomenclature and selection, organic standards and daily garden operations. The garden team works outside all day in all the elements with the stunning red cliffs of Moab surrounding them. The Garden is looking for someone who: enjoys manual labor, loves to learn every day, and thrives working with others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• General Garden labor including routine care of plants, greenhouse care, irrigation implementation and repair, building compost, weeding, watering, growing food, and fruit orchard maintenance.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Be able to work independently and also in a team.
• Be comfortable interacting with guests and provide them with a wonderful experience at the resort.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Organic farming/gardening experience is preferred however, a positive/solution-based attitude and a thirst for knowledge is required.

COMPENSATION

• The position pays $15 an hour.
• Shared housing is available at a minimal cost.
• Benefits available after 6 months of employment.
• Access to farm fresh produce.

THE specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They describe the general nature and level of work being performed and/or represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.