FARM JOB: Delta, BC - Vive le Veg Farm, Field Crews

Vive le Veg Farm in Delta, BC is seeking Field Crews for multiple positions!

ABOUT Vive le Veg Farm

Vive Le Veg Farm is a small mixed vegetable farm located in Ladner just 25 km outside of Vancouver, with access to public transit. Our location is a great option for people living in the city who want to escape, work outside, and grow delicious food.

This season we are growing 2 acres of mixed vegetables following organic and regenerative practices. We grow a large variety of crops including tomatoes, peppers, salad greens, edible flowers, radicchio and much more.

Since the farm started in 2021 we have learned so much and expanded the space that we grow on every year. Vive Le Veg sells to a number of great restaurants in the Vancouver area. We are lucky to be able to work alongside so many talented, dedicated, and hard working folks in the food industry. Because of these great relationships we do not have to sell at farmers markets or through a CSA, which helps us streamline our harvesting and growing processes – as well as not working weekends at farmers markets!

As we continue to grow as a farm, we are slowly adding on more space each year. We don’t want to grow just for growth’s sake, we will never be the biggest farm and are happy about that. Our focus is on producing unique, delicious and nutritious food, while actively working to improve soil health and the biodiversity of our surrounding ecosystems. We enjoy tending to a smaller acreage in a slower and more intentional manner. With that being said the farm is a fast paced work environment, we grow a lot of food on our small farm and we pay close attention to the quality of crops coming out.

The crops we produce are all grown following sustainable and regenerative practices. Although we are not certified organic, we follow all organic guidelines, but due to being located on a larger farm we aren’t able to certify on our own.

On our farm we aim to create an environment that fosters collaboration, experimentation, hard work and community.

DESIRED QUALITIES

We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our farm crew who have strong communication skills and can work well both alone and within a team. Farming is very hard work and can be both physically and mentally demanding working outside throughout the seasons.

Skills & Qualifications

Ability to work well individually and within a team
Strong work ethic
A high attention to detail
Good organization and time management skills
Flexible and able to adapt to changes in plans or conditions as needed
Ability to problem solve
Willing to work in all weather conditions
Ability to maintain efficiency and motivation while working individually
Strong communication skills
Ability to lift 45+ lbs
Are legally able to work in Canada at the time of application.

Assets:

Vegetable farming experience
Knowledge related to horticultural practices, pest & disease control, irrigation, cultivation, harvesting, etc.
Please indicate if you are age 30 or under and are eligible for grant funding – applicants outside of this age range are still encouraged to apply

POSITION TASKS

Our farm is still small scale so most of the work is done manually with very little use of tractors or heavy machinery. There are long stretches of standing, working with your hands, kneeling, squatting, and carrying out repetitive tasks in all weather conditions. There is such a large variety of work to be done on a small-scale farm that daily tasks are always changing.

The Farm Crew role(s) will primarily be involved in the day-to-day operations of the farm which include:

Seeding, transplanting & cultivating
Harvesting & washing
Pruning & trellising
Spreading compost & amendments
Cleaning totes & tools
Farm maintenance, mowing, weed whacking
Other tasks as necessary

We hope to find people who want to be a part of the farm for years to come, with the potential to take on more responsibility, decision-making abilities, and creativity within your role.

POSITION DETAILS

Term:

FULL TIME
Start: April 1 – December 15 (flexible)
Possibility of extension / year-round work for the right candidate.

PART TIME
Start: May 19 – October 31 (flexible)

Hours per week:

FULL TIME
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

PART TIME
16-24 hours per week, 2 / 3 days per week

Wage: $20+ / hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

In addition to wage all farm workers also provide:

Access to delicious free vegetables
4% vacation pay
Flexible work weeks
No weekend work required, unless desired
45 minute paid lunch break & one other 15 minute break
Access to a fridge, microwave, washroom, coffee & tea

TO APPLY

Please attach a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and experience in farming to Olivia & TJ at viveleveg@gmail.com and put “Job Application” as well if you are interested in Full time or Part Time in the subject line. In your application please indicate how many hours you are interested in per week.

Note, if you do not feel that you qualify, but are interested in the position and are willing to learn please apply. We are interested in a diverse team and willing to train the right person. Explain why you want the position and why you think you should be considered in your cover letter.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews will begin early in February – listings will be posted until filled.

When applying, please mention you saw this posting at youngagrarians.org

Please note that Young Agrarians does not have the capacity to pre-screen job opportunities. Please screen your potential employer to ensure that you are entering into a fair exchange that meets your needs and expectations. Try asking the farm for references of past workers, or ask people in the community if you are unsure.

LEARN MORE ABOUT Vive le Veg Farm

Website: www.viveleveg.com
Instagram: @vivelevegfarm

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