Pollination Team Member

Southall; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

Weekly pay

401k with company match

Education reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Southall Farm & Inn in Franklin, TN is seeking a Pollination Team Member who blends beekeeping, agriculture, and guest engagement to create meaningful visitor experiences. You will manage and feed beehives, assist in bee and honey experiences, handle honey extraction and packaging, perform pest treatments, woodwork, and share pollinator stories with guests.

This role requires physical fitness, ability to lift 40 lbs, valid driver's license, and weekend availability; Apprentice Beekeeping

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 40 lbs to waist height and work in extreme heat/cold.
• Comfort around venomous insects for long periods.
• Ability to lift, squat, stoop and twist.
• Beekeeping experience preferred but not required.
• No known allergy to bee stings beyond normal reactions.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays.
• Must attain Apprentice Level beekeeping certification online within 1 year.
• Valid Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and feed beehives
• Assist in the facilitation of bee and honey experiences
• Complete honey extraction, bottling and packaging
• Apply pest treatment applications
• Perform woodworking
• Engage in public appearances regarding pollinators and property tours
• Other duties as assigned by Southall leadership

Skills

Beekeeping

Physical stamina

Weekend availability

Driver's license

Education

Apprentice Beekeeping Certification (online)

Job description

Description

Southallis a premier destination bringing nature, produce and people together in a powerful and unique way.

The Pollination Team Member at Southall Farm & Inn is a rewarding and hands-on role that combines beekeeping, agricultural work, and guest engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and feed beehives
• Assist in the facilitation of bee and honey experiences
• Complete honey extraction, bottling and packaging
• Apply pest treatments applications
• Perform woodworking
• Engage in public appearances regarding pollinators and property tours
• Other duties as assigned by Southall leadership

Requirements

• Ability to lift 40 lbs. to waist height without difficulty and work in extreme heat / cold environments as well as inclement weather
• Comfortability with conducting work around venomous insects for long periods of time
• Ability to lift, squat, stoop and twist
• Previous beekeeping experience is preferred but not required
• Applicant may not have a known allergy to bee stings (venom) beyond normal reactions
• Availability to work frequent weekend and holiday hours in lieu of Monday through Friday
• Must be able to attain "Apprentice Level" beekeeping certification online from approved university within 1 year
• Valid Driver’s license is required

Our Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company-provided life insurance
• Generous paid time off accruals
• 9 paid holidays annually
• Weekly pay
• 401k and company match
• Education reimbursement
• Best-in-class Employee Assistance Program
• Free weekly outdoor activities and wellness classes
• 30% internal discounts
• Fresh and free daily meal
• Bountiful internal growth opportunities

Our Team

Assembled intentionally with dynamic expertise, the Southall team is offered the unique opportunity to learn humbly with, and from, each other. We invest in a growth mindset and take it upon ourselves to strengthen our knowledge and grit daily. We honor the cycles of nature, get our hands dirty and taste the earth’s bounty in an effort to connect with the land.

We plan with purpose, seeing past the present day and seeking to consider the planet with each step. We embrace a blend of ancient techniques and modern technologies in our practice of sustainability. We celebrate ingenuity and resourcefulness and approach our roles through the eyes of an entrepreneur, looking beyond our respective corners to the big picture.

Acting with intention, we approach each day with gratitude for the opportunity to serve our guests and each other. A humble holder of our Michelin Key, our team strives to provide a level of luxury that feels effortless and sincere, infusing wellness at every turn. The Southall team cares for our visitors with the same caliber of kindness and respect as we care for the humans that work alongside us.

Southall Farm and Inn is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Southall provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other classification protected by law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.