Zephyr Farm is a five-acre+ diversified vegetable farm with egg layer production in Western Cranston, RI. Zephyr Farm is a fast paced work environment, always striving for quality and efficiency! Zephyr Farm primarily grows for farmers markets and online platforms. We focus on growing the healthiest, tastiest vegetables without the use of synthetic pesticides or herbicides. We incorporate appropriate technology whenever possible to work smarter, not harder! All workers are expected to use best practices to reduce COVID-19 (and other disease) transmission.
To apply for an open position, please send a resume and letter of interest to [email protected]. Positions will remain posted until filled.
Open Positions for Spring 2022
Farmhand
Job Description
(2 positions available April-October
2 positions available May-September)
Zephyr Farm is hiring 2 full-time farm hands. We are seeking enthusiastic and hardworking individuals to be involved with all aspects of the farm. Full time crew members are the backbone of the farm. They see farm production throughout the season and become familiar with all farm operations.
Two positions will be available for May through September. Work hours April through June are 8am-4pm and work hours July through September are 7am-4pm. We will be accepting applications until the positions have been filled.
Responsibilities:
Greenhouse seeding
Some hoop house work, planting, trellising and harvesting
Harvesting, washing and packing vegetables
Irrigation set up
Cultivation and weeding
Transplanting
Chicken chores (feeding and moving chickens and collecting, washing, sorting eggs)
Occasional Farmers Market coverage
Qualifications
Must be able to work in all weather conditions
Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly
A positive, can-do attitude a must
Ability to follow directions
Must be able and willing to work until the job is complete (This means staying on farm later than normal work hours, especially during the heat of the season)
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail
Must be able to work well with a team, and be willing to work alone at times
Previous farm experience a plus but not necessary
Drivers license and clean driving record required
Must love dogs!
Compensation
Pay is hourly and commensurates with experience ($12-13/hr)plus produce for personal consumption .
Employee discounts apply to certain seasonal items.
Farmers Market Help
Job Description
2 positions available
6am -2pm every Sat from May 7-Oct 29
Zephyr Farm sells the majority of its produce and eggs at Hope St Farmers Market. Farmers Market Crew meets at the farm early mornings on Saturdays to load up the truck and finishes the day back at the farm to unload. For the right candidate, additional Friday hours may be available.
Responsibilities:
Meet at the farm at 6am to load truck with produce and eggs
Set up all market equipment in a neat and timely manner
Communicate with market managers and other market staff when necessary
Maintain a tidy and appealing market tent, replenishing produce and assisting customers in the right direction
Effectively checkout customers quickly and carefully
Breakdown and load truck with all market equipment, produce bins and leftover produce
Unload market equipment and produce at farm
Qualifications
Must be able to lift 30lbs repeatedly
Must be able to drive a small box truck
Must have a clean driving record
Must be able stand for long periods at a time
Strong customer service skills
Knowledge of vegetables and ability to communicate with customers
Positive attitude!
Attention to detail
Previous farmers market experience a plus
Must be a morning person!
Compensation
Pay is $13/hour, plus produce TBD
Workshares
Farm Workshare Job Description
Zephyr Farm is seeking individuals to work 4hr shifts at the same time, same day from May-Oct in exchange for $30 credit weekly through our website. Work may include harvesting, transplanting, seeding, packing, washing, sorting vegetables, and chicken chores. Seeking individuals with a positive, can-do enthusiasm with interest in working on a farm.
Must be able to commit from May through October, one day per week 8am-12. No previous experience necessary.
Qualifications
Must be able to lift 30lbs
Must be able to work standing for up to 4 hours
Must be able to work in all weather
Market Workshare Job Description
Zephyr Farm is seeking individuals to work at the Hope St Farmers Market from June - October, 8am-noon. Workers will unload the truck, set up the stand, and checkout customers. Must be good with numbers, efficient, and friendly. It is helpful if the applicant is familiar with produce and can talk to customers about cooking it. Compensation is $30 credit at the stand.
Qualifications
Must be able to work in all weather conditions
Must be able to lift 30lbs repeatedly
Must be a morning person
Jack/Jill of all Trades
Job Description
This position is what it says. In search of a part time worker to complete miscellaneous tasks around the farm including
small building projects
maintenance on farm equipment, trucks, buildings, etc
fixing stuff
This is like a “personal assistant to the farmer” position. Must be able to see a problem and fix it with supplies on the farm. This person must have a “can do” attitude, enjoy a fast paced environment, and enjoy work in general. General farm work may be added to the position to create more hours if interested. Position could be good for someone newly retired and looking to get outdoors and put their knowledge to good use. $15-$17/hr depending on skills, plus veggies and eggs. Very flexible hours.
Tractor Operator
Job Description
Looking for someone with at least 3 years experience to perform tractor work. Work involves both a 25hp and 70hp tractor. It may involve laying black plastic, spreading fertilizer, and transplanting with workers riding on the back of the tractor. Must be comfortable with driving on the road as our farm is in 2 locations. Also must be comfortable driving small box trucks. $13-$15/hr plus veggies and eggs. General farm work may be added to this position to make it full time if interested.
small building projects
maintenance on farm equipment, trucks, buildings, etc
fixing stuff
For all positions please send a resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position/s you are applying for, any previous farm experience and what unique set of skills you will bring to Zephyr Farm this season. Please send all responses to [email protected]