Company description

Stone Acres Farm is a sixty-five acre working farm located in the historic coastal New England town of Stonington, Connecticut. The property's rolling hills, gardens, and acres of vegetable production are open to visitors.  We celebrate natural farming, sustainable food, culinary education and the preservation of open space, cultural landscapes, and historic structures.  Located within ½ mile of Stonington harbor, Stone Acres is unique given its access to the sea, livestock, and vegetable resources.

Job description

Stone Acres Farm is seeking Farm and Harvest Crew Members for the 2021 season! We are looking for part-time and full-time jobs. There is a possibility for year-round work for the right candidate.

Job Duties include: 

• Harvesting a large variety of vegetable and flower crops 
• Washing/sorting/packing veggies for CSA, farm stand, and wholesale markets
• Transplanting
• Occasional greenhouse work including transplanting, watering, moving trays and general maintenance

Qualifications:

• Farm experience is not a must! We are mainly looking for individuals with a good work ethic and positive attitude. 
• Interest in agriculture 
• Enjoy working outside in the lovely New England weather
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Willingness to learn 
• Ability to take direction and have excellent attention to detail
• Enjoy working at a quick pace and have an interest in improving and learning new skills
• Promptness and accountability

Compensation: $14 to $16 per hour depending on experience.

 

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $14.00 - $17.00

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline