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Amber Waves is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission to provide educational opportunities in agriculture for eaters of all ages. The work we do is driven by our core values of stewardship, sustainability, community, and exploration.

We pride ourselves in creating a fun, fast-paced work environment where we champion good ideas, hard work, common sense and cooperation. The nature of the work is both challenging and rewarding, as is the considerable time we spend interacting with the public both on and off the farm. Our dynamic team consists not only of farmers but also educators, cooks, public hosts, customer service associates, and many young people working their very first jobs. Perks of working at Amber Waves that every employee enjoys include: 25% staff discount the retail market, access to classes/events, among many others! As we hire and recruit staff, we look forward to providing opportunities for and developing employees who will grow with us into the future. We look forward to reading your application.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send us an email including your resume and either a cover letter or a video introduction (3 minutes or less), along with three references (please include each reference’s email address, phone number if possible, and their relationship to you), to Jobs@AmberWavesFarm.org. In the subject line of the email please state the position you are applying for. Applicants must apply on their own behalf, we don’t accept applications submitted by parents or guardians. You may stop by the Amber Waves Market during our business hours to speak to our team and fill out an application in person. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

• New Hire Requirements

• Available to attend employee orientation in-person. New hire orientation will include hands-on training for barista station, cashiering, stocking shelves, washing and packing produce, plus an overview of our company perks, policies, and expectations.

• New hires must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Amber Waves is not able to sponsor foreign working visas.

• Applicants under the age of 18 must be able to provide copies of working papers and maintain good academic standing in order to be eligible for employment. All scheduled shifts for minors will be in compliance with local labor laws.

• We’re a farm: All positions require physical demands including: standing/walking for long periods of time over uneven surfaces; exposure to heat, cold, or wet environments, working in and outdoors with exposure to the elements, repetitive motion such as lifting, kneeling, or bending; and carrying up to 50lbs at a time, with or without assistance.

Amber Waves is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diverse skills, perspectives and ideas. Amber Waves encourages people of color, LGBTQ candidates and people from other underrepresented groups to apply. Amber Waves prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs.