We are seeking candidates to join our team for the 2025 season, March 3rd - 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 16-40 hours/week. Candidates must be able to work on Mondays and Tuesdays. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays are other possible workdays. On Mondays and Tuesdays work centers around flower harvest & post-harvest: cutting and processing flowers, making bunches and bouquets, washing buckets & cleaning workspaces. On Thursdays we focus on farm production tasks and field work. Wednesdays are a combination of harvest, post harvest and farm production tasks. Saturday is our farmers market day with hours from about 5am-2pm. While not required, priority will be given to applicants who are able to work2 -5 Saturday shifts per month.

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, with the exception of July when hours are approximately 6am-Noon. 

While employees 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. 

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.

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:

Cutting, processing and bunching flowers and assembling bouquets
Field work including weeding, planting, field preparation, irrigation, trellising, greenhouse work and farm maintenance
Harvesting & washing produce
Cleaning, sanitizing and organizing equipment and materials
Assorted farm production tasks as needed
Assist with floral design tasks as needed
Farmers market shift on Saturdays: Load and drive a large cargo van from the farm to Charlottesville (25min); Set up the display; Greet and assist customers; Use Square POS register; breakdown the display, load the van, drive back to the farm and unload.

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.

Compensation & perks:

Starting wage of $16-18/hr, commensurate with experience. Free excess flowers and produce are available for personal consumption. 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, with room for growth and promotion.  Employees are eligible for raises and paid time off after 8 months. We offer limited part-time work over the winter, and offer the possibility of staying on for another season.

Limited housing is available to rent at a discounted rate in a shared employee apartment in nearby Scottsville.