Now Hiring A Farm Manager!
ABOUT:
Nestled in NY’s beautiful finger lakes region, Trademarks flower farm is a small-scale specialty cut flower farm that supplies fresh cut flowers direct-to-consumer through farmers markets, a CSA subscription program, and other retail outlets. The farm specializes in early spring flowers grown in high tunnels.
We are looking for an experienced farm manager responsible for keeping the farm running at full production, expansion, and improving our customer experience.
The farm manager must be highly organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, reliable, and an excellent communicator. A successful candidate will have experience with small to medium-scale production, have great prioritization skills, and have a passion for small-scale farming. There is potential for growth and future promotions.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The farm manager will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day farm operations, order fulfillment, and enhancing customer experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Farm operations and production
Manage farm staff
Execute the crop plan seamlessly
Management and execution of all aspects of crop production including: soil preparation, seeding, propagation, planting, harvesting, soil health, pest/disease control, and water/irrigation systems.
Oversee whole farm maintenance and enhancement
Maintain a clean, organized and functional workspace - including tools and equipment
Adhere to high-standards for post-harvest handling
Properly process, package, and distribute flowers to ensure high quality and freshness
Follow instructions and perform all duties requested by your manager, subject to reasonable accommodation and within the scope of the position
Customer success
Manage and improve customer retention, referral, and loyalty programs
Communicate with customers and potential customers
Marketing and Administrative
Execute sales launches in coordination with the marketing and sales team
Complete routine marketing and administrative tasks
Track and meet sales key performance indicators
Assist with placing seed and stock orders
Manage and order supplies and inventory as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
An ideal candidate will have:
Minimum 1 year employee management or self-employment experience
Minimum 2 years experience managing day to day farm operations
Minimum 3 years farm production experience - in vegetable, flowers, or a similar agricultural industry
SCHEDULE
Full time.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Expected starting pay range is between $45,000 - $50,000 / year with a generous time off package. Commensurate with experience and/or living accommodations.
Onsite housing opportunity available.
NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT NECESSARY:
Experience operating heavy machinery and/or farm equipment (tractor, skid steer, etc.)
Experience with marketing and/or sales
Construction or mechanical skills
Photography or videography skills
HOW TO APPLY :
Fill out and submit this form. Once submitted, if you are selected to continue to the next phase, you will be contacted within 2 weeks. Thank you for your interest in joining our amazing farm!