Moonlight Farms in Saanichton, British Columbia is seeking a Farm Hand!
ABOUT Moonlight Farms
Michael & Christine have been farming on Vancouver Island for over a decade, and after farming at various small scale organic farms have decided to start their own farm on West Saanich Road in Central Saanich.
Moonlight Farms is an 2.5 acre mixed market farm, we grow seasonal vegetables, fruit and herbs. We farm using organic and low till practices producing the most nutrient dense produce possible while having a low environmental impact.
We sell our produce at farmers markets, to local restaurants and through our 60 family CSA program!
The farm is tucked away in a little forest right near the ocean! Its pretty sweet!
We farm organically and are always working to regenerate the land on which we work on. We farm intensively and follow the philosophy of farmers such as Elliot Coleman, JM fortier and Connor Crickmore.
DESIRED QUALITIES
Farming is not for the feint of heart, it is hard work in the elements! We are looking for a Farm hand that gets satisfaction out of hard work and growing produce! A positive attitude and genuine passion and interest in farming is paramount. Ability to take clearly communicated direction and work independently finishing farm tasks is also important.
Ideally candidates will have some outdoor work experience in farming or related tasks, but its not a requirement, hard workers and great attitudes and eagerness to learn is more than enough!
POSITION TASKS
Vegetable Harvest, cultivation, and irrigation.
POSITION DETAILS
Term: May – October 2025
Hours per week: 24-32 Hours per week.
Wage: $18-$19/hr + Farm Produce
TO APPLY
Please send a resume and short introduction to info@moonlightfarms.ca
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 Moonlight Farms
Website: www.moonlightfarms.ca
Facebook: www.facebook.com-moonlightfarms
Instagram: www.instagram.com/moonlightfarms.ca/