Farm Manager

About the role

The Farm Manager oversees all day-to-day farm operations, including crop planning, field production, harvest management, staff supervision, and post-harvest handling. This is a resident position, with housing provided.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all farming operations and activities
• Plan and execute crop planning & rotations through harvest ensuring high-quality harvests that meet market standards
• Maintain organic certification status and sustainable farming best practices
• Monitor health and growth of crops, implementing pest control and crop management practices such as fertilization and irrigation as needed
• Coordinate daily operations and manage schedules effectively
• Maintain soil health using organic and regenerative practices to maintain long-term productivity
• Oversee post-harvest handling, washing, packing, and quality control
• Maintain farming equipment and irrigation system
• Practice and maintain all food safety, worker safety, and environmental regulations and standards
• Work in collaboration with Town & Country Market’s Director of Operations and Director of Produce/Floral to plan crop types, production volumes, and delivery schedules
• Analyze market trends to make informed decisions on crop selection
• Create and implement farming plans based on determination with T&C to optimize productivity and sustainability
• Manage relationships with suppliers effectively
• Create and manage annual budget, track expenses, and ensure profitability by making informed financial decisions
• Stay up to date and comply with all local ordinances
• Manage retail farm stand operations
• Keep the farmhouse and associated property in good condition
• Support the development of new farm programming or expansion opportunities
• Train, supervise, and support farm interns (collaborate with Butler Greens Farm School)
• Promote teamwork to maintain a productive work environment that promotes communication and respect
• Ensure interns understand tasks and expectations
• Provide and role model an attitude of hospitality
• Ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently
• Operate within the Company’s Core Values, Company Brand, and Business Principles
• Ensures the dissemination of and adherence to all company and department policies

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in diversified vegetable production
• 5 years' experience managing a farm or leading farm operations
• Proficiency in organic and sustainable farming methods including soil health; and pest, disease, and weed management
• Familiar with modern farming technology and best practices
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems under pressure, especially during critical farming seasons
• Experience maintaining an organic certification preferred
• Knowledge of Pacific Northwest growing conditions
• Basic computer skills including MS Office
• Strong team leader with a positive, collaborative approach and strong work ethic
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills
• Ability to take direction and carry out tasks and assignments
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships and trust with a diverse group of staff, guests, and vendors
• Flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed with occasional evenings or weekends as required
• Possess full body mobility (bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching) with excellent manual dexterity
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

Qualifications

• Exemplify health department standards
• 18 years or older

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Leadership skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Decision-making skills
• Time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills

Benefits

Additional Information About This Posting
This position includes on-site living at our family-owned farm on Bainbridge Island. Housing is provided and consists of a well-appointed three-bedroom, two-bath home located on the property. Designed to support both the responsibilities of the role and a healthy work-life balance, on-site residence is a requirement of this position. As part of the interview process, finalists will be invited to visit the farm and residence to experience the property firsthand.

Pay

Entry Level Compensation USD $40,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Compensation USD $70,700.00/Yr.
Maximum Compensation In addition to salary and benefits, this position offers employer-provided housing valued at approximately $30,000 annually.

Schedule

This position is eligible for Overtime for hours worked over 40/week.