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Job Opportunities:
- Farm Kitchen Manager
- Farm and Field Assistant
Company Description:
Fairhaven Farm is a diversified fruit farm and apple orchard located in Fairhaven, MN nestled between the St. Cloud and Twin Cities metro areas. The farm has been in operation for over 35 years as a fruit farm, transitioned over from corn and soy beans by owner-operators Marsha Anklam and David Macgregor. We have about 10 acres of apples, 2 acres of mixed fruit trees (pears, plums, and cherries), 1 acre of grapes, 3 acres of mixed fruits (raspberry, strawberries, currant, rhubarb etc), 3 acres of pumpkins, and about 1 acre of specialty cut flowers. We are open for pick-your-own flowers, grapes, raspberries, apples and pumpkins and have a retail space along with a commercial kitchen within our renovated barn. We do a little bit of everything including monthly farm dinners, a corn maze, a flower CSA, and developing our own apple varieties. Our aim is to share the magic of our 50 acres by focussing on exquisite flavors, top quality products, and environmental sustainability.
Fairhaven Farm is a diversified fruit farm and apple orchard located in Fairhaven, MN nestled between the St. Cloud and Twin Cities metro areas. The farm has been in operation for over 35 years as a fruit farm, transitioned over from corn and soy beans by owner-operators Marsha Anklam and David Macgregor. We have about 10 acres of apples, 2 acres of mixed fruit trees (pears, plums, and cherries), 1 acre of grapes, 3 acres of mixed fruits (raspberry, strawberries, currant, rhubarb etc), 3 acres of pumpkins, and about 1 acre of specialty cut flowers. We are open for pick-your-own flowers, grapes, raspberries, apples and pumpkins and have a retail space along with a commercial kitchen within our renovated barn. We do a little bit of everything including monthly farm dinners, a corn maze, a flower CSA, and developing our own apple varieties. Our aim is to share the magic of our 50 acres by focussing on exquisite flavors, top quality products, and environmental sustainability.
Farm Kitchen Manager
Job Type: Part Time
Hours: 20-25 hrs/wk, June-October
Compensation: $15-20/hr (depending on experience), farm produce
Job Description
Value-added products have grown into an essential component of our operation. In our commercial kitchen we make jam, pies, crisps, granola, caramel apples, and baked goods nearly all from our own produce. We make over 15 different kinds of traditional and unique jams, and sell over 1,000 pies a year. As a Farm Kitchen Manager you’ll be involved in making these products from start to finish, as well as learning what it takes to maintain a commercial kitchen space.
As Farm Kitchen Manager you’ll be responsible for
Requirements:
Preferences:
Job Type: Part Time
Hours: 20-25 hrs/wk, June-October
Compensation: $15-20/hr (depending on experience), farm produce
Job Description
Value-added products have grown into an essential component of our operation. In our commercial kitchen we make jam, pies, crisps, granola, caramel apples, and baked goods nearly all from our own produce. We make over 15 different kinds of traditional and unique jams, and sell over 1,000 pies a year. As a Farm Kitchen Manager you’ll be involved in making these products from start to finish, as well as learning what it takes to maintain a commercial kitchen space.
As Farm Kitchen Manager you’ll be responsible for
- Processing fruit (slicing, bagging, freezing, drying etc.)
- Making jam (cooking, filling jars, keeping records)
- Maintaining commercial kitchen standards
- Helping make pies, crisps, and other bakery goods (slicing apples, mixing filling, making dough, rolling out crust etc.)
- Making granola
- Making caramel apples
- Keeping the kitchen clean
Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50lbs
- Work independently and also get along with others
- Strong work ethic
- Work at a quick pace
- Keep organized records regarding food preparation (pH, etc)
Preferences:
- Some kitchen experience, especially baking
- Ability to manage time efficiently
- Ability to work at least one weekend day mid-September through October
Farm and Field Assistant
Job Type: Part Time
Hours: 20-25 hrs/wk, June-October
Compensation: $15-20/hr (depending on experience), farm produce
Job Description
As a Farm and Field Assistant you’ll be mostly working in the orchard, with other fruit crops, and in our ornamental garden. However, you may also be asked to help in the cut flower field, the farmstore, and help with farm events if available. Responsibilities consist mainly of assisting with operational tasks on the farm such as planting, weeding, harvesting, general orchard maintenance and special projects such as building a deer fence. If available September - October you may be asked to run the cash register in our farmstore, assist with packing apples and keeping the farmstore stocked. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in diversified fruit production (esp. apples), agricultural tourism, and learning what it means to operate a small yet profitable diversified farm. But it’s also a gratifying option for someone looking to work outdoors for a season. The position can adapt to different levels of experience whether new to farming or entering your fifth season.
As a Farm and Field Assistant you’ll be responsible for
Requirements:
Preferences:
How to Apply:
Please email a cover letter, resume, and 1 professional reference to FairhavenFarmMN@gmail.com
In your cover letter please highlight your qualifications, background, and personality.
Job Type: Part Time
Hours: 20-25 hrs/wk, June-October
Compensation: $15-20/hr (depending on experience), farm produce
Job Description
As a Farm and Field Assistant you’ll be mostly working in the orchard, with other fruit crops, and in our ornamental garden. However, you may also be asked to help in the cut flower field, the farmstore, and help with farm events if available. Responsibilities consist mainly of assisting with operational tasks on the farm such as planting, weeding, harvesting, general orchard maintenance and special projects such as building a deer fence. If available September - October you may be asked to run the cash register in our farmstore, assist with packing apples and keeping the farmstore stocked. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in diversified fruit production (esp. apples), agricultural tourism, and learning what it means to operate a small yet profitable diversified farm. But it’s also a gratifying option for someone looking to work outdoors for a season. The position can adapt to different levels of experience whether new to farming or entering your fifth season.
As a Farm and Field Assistant you’ll be responsible for
- Planting (flowers, strawberries, other new fruits)
- Weeding (fruit crops, pumpkins, and ornamental garden)
- Harvesting (berries, apples, cherries, currants, and flowers)
- Apple thinning
- Sorting and packing apples (if available in September, October)
- Cashiering (if available in September, October)
Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50lbs
- Work independently and also get along with others
- Strong work ethic
- Work at a quick pace
- Respectfully receive instructions
Preferences:
- Some farm experience
- Available for the full season (June-October) but will accept June-August
- Ability to work at least one weekend day mid-September through October
How to Apply:
Please email a cover letter, resume, and 1 professional reference to FairhavenFarmMN@gmail.com
In your cover letter please highlight your qualifications, background, and personality.
