We’re Hiring For 2025!!
About the Farm:
We are a small scale, certified organic operation run by partners, Grace + Griffin. We are cultivating about 4 acres of production and grow a huge assortment of mixed produce, some berries, and cut flowers. We are conscious stewards of the land, and are on a continued mission to learn best practices so that we can keep doing this for the rest of our lives! While we do sell wholesale to the food hub, and some local restaurants, we grow primarily for a CSA, and two farmers markets. Having a direct relationship with the people we grow food for makes it extremely special. The farm is located in Burlington, WA and is about 8 minutes off the freeway.
About You:
We’re looking for hardworking folks that are interested in learning and being a part of a small scale, diversified produce focused farm. We’re hoping for someone who has some farming experience, but if not, the willingness to learn, and learn quickly. You MUST be in good physical condition, with the ability to regularly lift 50+ lbs multiple times a day, work 8+ hours a day on your feet (or knees!), and use your body. Many days this means working outside in inclement weather (heat, hail, rain, wind etc). We don’t take days off because it’s bad weather… you will work in it all! Our ideal candidates are passionate about food and the connection between food and farmer, love working outside and hard, and don’t mind getting dirty. You must be able to work with a team or alone, and enjoy the hustle and the ever changing that each day brings! We work very hard, are incredibly passionate about what we do. It’s important that we find someone with those same qualities. It’s important that you are efficient, timely, trustworthy, a good listener and be able to follow directions. We take pride in what we do, and we look forward to growing a team that wants to do the same. Farming is the hardest thing we’ve ever done, yet also the most rewarding. We hope to share this with you!
For 2025 we are looking to hire two full time field crew, and two part time for primarily CSA pack/ delivery, and farmers market assistance.
All employees at Dear Table Farm will receive training in all aspects of field operations including, but not limited to: seeding, transplanting, crop maintenance, harvest, washing, and packing of vegetables.
About the Positions:
There will be some seasonal variation in hours available due to start & ending times. In the spring and fall, we will typically start at 8am and in the summer at 7am. When it’s hot, expect to start at 6am. Ending times shift up to accommodate earlier starts. Opportunity exists for year-round employment for the right applicant.
FULL TIME POSITIONS: Field Crew Member (hiring two of these)
Days available: Tuesday - Saturday
The full employment season is April - end of November (potentially year round for the right candidate). Only candidates that can commit to a minimum of May - October will be considered.
Compensation starts at $16.50-18 hour, depending on experience, + end of season bonus for full season commitment.
Free vegetables!
Gear Stipend per season
PART TIME POSITION: field crew member + CSA pack/delivery member (hiring one of these)
Days available: (must include Wednesdays + Saturdays maximum of three days), ~8 hours a day.
Employment season from May - end of October. Only candidates that can commit to this season will be considered.
Compensation starts at $16.50-$18/hour, depending on experience.
Free vegetables!
Gear Stipend per season
This position is predominately CSA Harvest + Pack, and Saturday farmers market vending at a local market here in the Skagit Valley. Third day will be other field crew responsibilities that are listed below.
Field crew responsibilities:
Assist in harvest and field work, including but not limited to: greenhouse seeding, transplanting, trellising, pruning, hand weeding, cultivating, laying materials (amendments, compost, sand bags, row cover, irrigation), small building projects, bed preparation, farm cleanup.
Harvest, wash, and pack produce.
Safely and effectively use a wide range of tools.
Be a part of a team.
CSA Pack + Farmers Market Crew Responsibilities:
Safely drive to and from CSA drop + market in our box truck.
Harvest, Wash, Pack + deliver 22 weeks of CSA memberships
Efficiently set up, maintain, and break down an abundant market display.
Quickly and accurately do simple math and make change for customers.
Be positive, patient, helpful, and engaging with customers and fellow market vendors and staff.
Some weekly other field work if time allows (weeding, harvesting, transplanting etc).
You’re the face of the farm! Represent us well and be proud of our work.
Fair Hiring Statement
Dear Table Farm is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity of expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Dear Table Farm encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply.
