Farm Manager

About the role

MAKE Projects, a San Diego nonprofit employment social enterprise, is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to lead MAKE Farm’s vegetable and herb production while training refugee and immigrant women in a supportive, real‑world workplace. The Farm Manager is responsible for producing high‑quality vegetables and herbs for MAKE’s CSA program and MAKE Café, and for supervising and teaching program participants as part of their paid job‑readiness training.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute farm production to meet CSA and café needs.
• Grow high‑quality vegetables and herbs following organic‑style practices.
• Supervise and teach refugee and immigrant women participants, providing hands‑on training and mentorship.
• Maintain organized, efficient field operations and ensure safety standards.
• Perform necessary farm work, including lifting, standing for long periods, and field tasks.
• Participate in planning, administrative duties, and meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in commercial vegetable production (organic‑style practices).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform all required farm work.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, flexibility, hands‑on approach, and strong organization.
• Enjoyment of teaching and working alongside people with varying experience and English proficiency.

Schedule

Tuesday through Saturday. Primary work location is MAKE Farm at SDSU Mission Valley, with supplemental support for MAKE Café’s culinary garden in Normal Heights. Work is outdoors on‑site 90 % of the time (field) and 10 % for planning, administration, and meetings.

Pay

Full‑time salaried position at $68,640 per year.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan after six months of employment