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Sweet Greens Farm Employment 2024

We are currently hiring multiple positions, described below: (updated 2/19/24)

  • Flower Farm Production Assistant
  • Flower Harvester
  • Farmers Market Salesperson
Sweet Greens Farm is a small family farm in Central Virginia growing sustainable cut flowers and specialty produce on over 5 acres.  We primarily sell high quality wholesale cut flowers to florists, designers & grocery stores in the Charlottesville and Richmond areas. We are members of the farmer-owned River City Flower Exchange cooperative. We also sell at a farmers market in Charlottesville offer bulk flowers and floral design for weddings, events and weekly accounts. We grow in high tunnels and in the field using a combination of tractor and human power with modern scale appropriate tools. We strive to be a positive workplace, maintain a culture of cooperation and respect, and foster professional development through challenging work. Our mission is to spread joy and beauty through local cut flowers, bring healthy food to our community and build living soil for future generations.

      

Flower Farm Harvest/Post Harvest Specialist

We are seeking candidates to join our team for the 2024 season, March 4th-November 26th. Experience on a production farm, especially a cut flower farm, is strongly preferred. Some experience in floristry is desired. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude in all weather conditions, a strong interest in flowers, food and farming, be capable of working at an efficient pace and enjoy working outdoors both on a team and individually.
 
This position is 16-25 hours/week with a focus on cutting and processing flowers, making bunches and bouquets, washing buckets & cleaning workspaces. Candidates must be able to work on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. If a full time position is desired, there may be the opportunity for the right candidate to combine this position with one of our other available positions.
The emphasis will be on flower harvest & post-harvest but you may also be involved in farm production tasks and vegetable harvest. While you will be immersed in beautiful flowers in an idyllic setting, be aware that this position is physically demanding and the work can be fast paced, repetitive and hard on the body. We work in all weather conditions throughout the year, stand up to 7 hours a day, and cut flowers 2-5 hours a day up to 5 days a week in peak seasons. We grow hundreds of different varieties of flowers each with its own unique set of standards. We value the ability to learn quickly and work efficiently while paying attention to detail to maintain our quality standards. 
 
We work closely with you to train you in our production, harvest and post-harvest practices. Once trained you will be expected to complete tasks independently, efficiently and with attention to detail in order to maintain our quality standards. For example, you will be expected to be able to read a harvest list, cut and process the flowers to our specifications from that list, then follow a detailed packing list to pack and label those orders (bunches, bouquets, vegetables, etc) for their final destination. 
 
We strive to maintain a positive and welcoming work environment. The farm is our place of business but it is also our home which we share with our adventurous toddler and very friendly extra-large dog, who you will see daily. Our main farm area is set within 15 fenced acres on our 65 acre property which is very peaceful, comprised of rolling hills, creeks, native plants and trees, a pond and lots of wildlife. 
 
We work Monday through Friday on the farm, and attend a farmers market on Saturdays. A typical work day is about 8 hours with a 30-45 minute unpaid lunch break. The start time varies throughout the year but is approximately 7-4pm. There may be the possibility to continue work part-time over the winter and stay for another season. 
 
You will report to the farm owners/managers, and will work both independently and alongside the farm owners and one or more employees on a wide variety of tasks. 
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Cutting, processing and bunching flowers and assembling bouquets
  • Cleaning, sanitizing and organizing equipment and materials
  • Assorted farm production tasks as needed
Ideal candidates will possess the following traits:
  • positive attitude
  • ability to work on a team and individually
  • ability to work quickly and efficiently
  • attention to detail to maintain quality standards
  • eager to learn and retain information on crops and new farming systems
  • capable of receiving feedback
  • strong communication skills
  • ability to work in all weather conditions
  • physical stamina with the ability to stand, bend, kneel, squat, cut/snip and lift and move 50 pounds, repeatedly for extended periods of time.
Requirements:
  • Must have a drivers license as you will be required to operate farm and delivery vehicles. We are located in a rural area with no public transportation, therefore reliable transportation is required.
  • Our Covid policy requires that employees are fully vaccinated.
Compensation& perks:
Starting wage of $16-18/hr, commensurate with experience. Free excess flowers and produce are available for personal consumption. We provide workers compensation insurance. As part of a small team you will have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of farm production and receive extensive on the job training. You will have the opportunity to visit other farms as part of the CRAFT program. Housing may be available for rent in nearby Scottsville.

Flower Farm Production Assistant

We are seeking candidates to join our team for the 2024 season, March 4th-November 26th. Experience on a production farm is strongly preferred. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude in all weather conditions, a strong interest in flowers, food and farming, be capable of working at an efficient pace and enjoy working outdoors both on a team and individually.

This position is 16-25 hours/week with a focus on farm production and field work. Candidates must be able to work on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and optionally Fridays. If a full time position is desired, there may be the opportunity for the right candidate to combine this position with one of our other available positions.

The emphasis will be on farm production and field work but you may also be involved in cut flower & vegetable harvest and post harvest tasks. While you will be immersed in an idyllic setting, be aware that this position is physically demanding and the work can be fast paced, repetitive and hard on the body. We work in all weather conditions throughout the year, stand up to 7 hours a day, and cut flowers 2-5 hours a day up to 5 days a week in peak seasons.

We work closely with you to train you in our production, harvest and post-harvest practices. Once trained you will be expected to complete tasks independently, efficiently and with attention to detail.

We strive to maintain a positive and welcoming work environment. The farm is our place of business but it is also our home which we share with our adventurous toddler and very friendly extra-large dog, who you will see daily. Our main farm area is set within 15 fenced acres on our 65 acre property which is very peaceful, comprised of rolling hills, creeks, native plants and trees, a pond and lots of wildlife.

We work Monday through Friday on the farm, and attend a farmers market on Saturdays. A typical work day is about 8 hours with a 30-45 minute unpaid lunch break. The start time varies throughout the year but is approximately 7-4pm. There may be the possibility to continue work part-time over the winter and stay for another season.

You will report to the farm owners/managers, and will work both independently and alongside the farm owners and one or more employees on a wide variety of tasks.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
  • Field work including weeding, planting, field preparation, irrigation, trellising, greenhouse work and farm maintenance
  • Cutting, processing and bunching flowers & harvesting & washing produce
  • Cleaning, sanitizing and organizing equipment and materials
Ideal candidates will possess the following traits:
  • positive attitude
  • ability to work on a team and individually
  • ability to work quickly and efficiently
  • attention to detail to maintain quality standards
  • eager to learn and retain information on crops and new farming systems
  • capable of receiving feedback
  • strong communication skills
  • ability to work in all weather conditions
  • physical stamina with the ability to stand, bend, kneel, squat, cut/snip and lift and move 50 pounds, repeatedly for extended periods of time.
Requirements:
  • Must have a drivers license as you will be required to operate farm and delivery vehicles. We are located in a rural area with no public transportation, therefore reliable transportation is required.
  • Our Covid policy requires that employees are fully vaccinated.
Compensation & perks:

Starting wage of $15-18/hr, commensurate with experience. Free excess flowers and produce are available for personal consumption. We provide workers compensation insurance. As part of a small team you will have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of farm production and receive extensive on the job training. You will have the opportunity to visit other farms as part of the CRAFT program. Housing may be available for rent in nearby Scottsville.

    Farmers Market Salesperson

    We are seeking an individual to lead our farmers market sales for the 2024 season, March 9th-November 23rd. Sales experience, especially at a farmers market, is strongly preferred. Some experience in farming and floristry is desired. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude in all weather conditions, a strong interest in flowers, food and farming, be capable of working at an efficient pace and be comfortable working in a fast paced environment, independently.

    This position is approximately 9 hours/week on Saturdays from about 5am-2pm. If additional hours are desired, there may be the opportunity for the right candidate to combine this position with one of our other available positions.

    Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
    • Arrive at Sweet Greens Farm in Scottsville around 5am on Saturday. Carefully and efficiently load the large delivery van with flowers, produce and supplies for market
    • Drive the van to the market in Charlottesville
    • Set up the tent, tables, flower stands and signage.
    • Arrange flowers and produce into a visually pleasing display.
    • Greet and assist potential customers. Share our farm story, offer advice and suggestions.
    • Use our Square POS register to complete checkout, ensuring accuracy for the sales record.
    • Restock & clean as needed to maintain a beautiful display.
    • At the end of market, breakdown the display and load the van.
    • Drive back to the farm and unload the van.
    Ideal candidates will possess the following traits:
    • positive attitude
    • ability to work on a team and individually
    • ability to work quickly and efficiently
    • attention to detail to maintain quality standards
    • eager to learn and retain information on flowers & produce
    • capable of receiving feedback
    • strong communication skills
    • ability to work in all weather conditions
    • physical stamina with the ability to stand, bend, kneel, squat, cut/snip and lift and move 50 pounds, repeatedly for extended periods of time.
    Requirements:
    • Must have a drivers license as you will be required to operate farm and delivery vehicles. We are located in a rural area with no public transportation, therefore reliable transportation is required.
    • Our Covid policy requires that employees are fully vaccinated.
    Compensation & perks:
    Starting wage of $20/hr. Free excess flowers and produce are available for personal consumption. We provide workers compensation insurance. 

    Flower Harvester

    We are seeking a part time flower harvester to join our team for the 2024 season, March 4th-November 26th. This position is 4-16 hours/week with a focus on cutting and processing flowers, washing buckets & cleaning workspaces. Candidates must be able to work on Monday mornings. Additional hours are available on weekend mornings and other weekdays as needed.

    Compensation starts at $15-17/hr, commensurate with experience. Free excess flowers and produce are available for personal consumption. 

    How to Apply

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