Job Title: Seasonal Farm Hand
Business Name: Peach House Farm
Job Location: Toccoa, Georgia
Closing Date:
Job Description:
Peach House Farm is a certified naturally grown cut flower farm with 40 total acres. We are working to build an organic and fully sustainable farm that will also include various fruits and vegetables, as well as produce honey and eggs.
Located in Toccoa, Georgia, the family farm was originally established by David Franklin Thomason in 1909. The farmhouse was lovingly renovated in 2019 and is managed by descendants Caitlin and Ryan Greene, whose family has deep ties to the Toccoa and greater Currahee Mountain communities to this day. Peach House Farm’s 40 acres are maintained by farmer Stephen Dobek.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The farmhand will work on a wide variety of farm tasks under the direction of the farm manager and assistant farm manager. Day-to-day tasks will include harvesting and processing cut flowers, weeding, propagation, watering, mowing and weed eating and assisting with on-farm sales. This position may include tractor work depending on experience.
Floral design experience a plus
Full-time or Part-time opportunity (20-40 hours)
Desired/Required Skills:
Requirements:
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to complete repetitive, physically demanding tasks during an 8-hour shift, often in high temperatures.
Ability to be reliable and on-time.
Ability to work safely around equipment.
Ability to listen and follow instructions.
Strong communication and team work skills.
Interest in small scale agriculture.
Preferred:
Interest in cut flower farming.
Previous experience farming, landscaping or working outdoors.
Previous experience using lawnmower/weedeater or other garden equipment.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
Project management skills – Basecamp is the software that is used
Education/Experience:
Salary: {Salary:18} / Per Hour
Hours: Full Time, Part Time
How to Apply:
Please email resume to Stephen Dobek at stephen@peachhousefarm.com
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