FARM STORE STAFF

About the Farm

Spear Spring Farm is a historic 170 acre farm restoration project located along Route 1 in Warren, Maine. In 2026, we plan on growing roughly 5 acres of vegetables, including 2 unheated high tunnels with plans to put up two more high tunnels in 2026. In addition to vegetable production, we will also be raising pasture raised poultry, pork, and limited beef. We believe that soil health is the key to nutrient density and we utilize growing practices that are designed to increase organic matter and biological activity. It is our goal to regenerate the land for future generations while providing optimal nutrient rich food. We are MOFGA certified Organic and we sell our produce directly to customers through our on site farm store and to local health food stores and chefs.

About the Role

This role will work closely with the farm managers and include 1-1 training and orientation of our farm store operation. Farm store staff will be responsible for stocking the farm store with keen attention to detail. Farm store staff are the face of our farm and should have exceptional customer service skills and be well versed in produce handling including storage, cooking, and organic growing practices.

Responsibilities

• Produce set up & display
• Restocking & rotating inventory
• Checking out customers on Square POS system
• Answering questions
• Keeping the store clean
• Record keeping for organic certification compliance
• Communicating inventory needs with farm managers

Schedule

Farm store staff are expected to work open-close. Start time is 9:00am prompt and the end time varies, usually around 6pm. This position is roughly 36 hours per week, Wednesday - Saturday. Position period is now through November 15 with the possibility of returning in spring 2027.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in customer service and/or farming related fields
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Enthusiasm for the local food movement
• Must be reliable and responsible with a commitment to arrive to work on time

Desired Qualities

• Friendly, helpful, and able to engage with diverse customers
• Knowledge of small scale farming and organic growing practices
• Knowledge of a wide array of produce and meats
• Physically fit with the ability to lift 50 lbs repetitively
• Comfortable with kids and a family work environment
• Excellent listening skills and ability to execute two and three step instructions

Compensation

Hourly, $20/hr +