Farm
​Manager
Full-Time Position
Duurzame Growers is looking for a Full-Time Farm Manager to join our fun-loving farm crew! If you've got farming experience (bonus points for being a leadership superstar) and a passion for food, cooking, and the great outdoors, we want to hear from you! Grab your boots and bring your community spirit – we can't wait to meet you and have some fun growing together!
Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year of full-time farming experience. A passion for physical labor (shoveling, wheelbarrowing, etc.) in various weather conditions is essential, as farming demands endurance akin to that of athletes.
- Strong teamwork and abilities: Applicants should have experience in leading and training others to foster success and confidence, while also being receptive to constructive feedback. We highly value the insights and contributions of each farmer on our team.
- Attributes: Positivity, patience, flexibility, and kindness.
- Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness, with a focus on both quality and efficiency.
- A strong ethic and self-motivation.
- A genuine love for plants, soil, and good food! A sense of wonder and care for the living entities we cultivate (and consume) is vital for the farm's success, reflecting our investment and joy in this work.
- Community-oriented: Respecting the individuality of our farm team, the family residing on this land, and our supportive community around the farm.
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- Must be able to lift 50lbs.
- Means of transportation to and from the farm. We are located in a rural setting, so bus routes do not stop out here.
- Also we are a smoke, vape, and scent-free environment. We are looking for someone who respects these standards
Position Available:
We are seeking to welcome one Farm Manager to Duurzame Growers
Start Date:
This position is set to begin as soon as the growing season commences in early March 2025, with an end date that is negotiable for the right candidate.
How to Apply:
Serious inquiries only. Applicants must reside locally in Guelph, Ontario.
Please email us at duurzamegrowers@gmail.com with the following information:
- Your motivation for wanting to work with us.
- Your background that you believe makes you a suitable farmer.
- Any specific areas of small-scale vegetable production you excel or feel apprehensive.
- Two references (not family or close friends) can attest to your abilities as a farmer or in a related field (landscaping, restaurants, etc.).
- Your most recent resume.
We appreciate everyone’s interest in this position; however, only selected candidates will be contacted.