Food Preservation and Production Specialist

Here's what you'll be doing:

Develop value-added products from fruits, vegetables, and other items produced on the farm. 

Nurture plants for optimal production. 

Promote products. 

Teach others the skills of home preservation. 

Distribute products. 

Collaborate and assist with farm staff on other projects. 

Coordinate events with other departments.

What you'll need to be successful

Must complete required Servsafe Manager Certification within 90 days of hire

Knowledge of cooking and preservation methods for extended shelf life.

Knowledge of state and federal requirements for food processing.

Creative thinking for new product development.

Excellent person hygiene.

Strong people skills.

Ability to successfully teach others.

Passion for small scale farming and the Cottage industry.

Must have a valid, clean driver’s license and be at least 21 years of age.

Must successfully pass all applicable background checks and drug screens

Background Checks and Screening Requirements

Basic Background and Drug Screen (National Federal Criminal, State Criminal, County Criminal, National Sex Offender, Education Verification, Previous Employment Verification)

Benefits you’ll love 

Approximately 5 weeks of paid time off annually 

3 weeks of paid holidays 

Premium free health insurance  

Flexible spending accounts 

Short term disability  

Life insurance  

401k with match