What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Lead Grower for Restaurant Garden position at Roo Mountain Vineyards?
Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Farm Lead Grower to oversee the cultivation and management of our restaurant garden. This pivotal role involves leading horticultural activities, ensuring optimal crop production, and maintaining a sustainable and thriving outdoor and greenhouse environment. The Farm Lead Grower will coordinate daily gardening operations, implement best practices in plant care, and manage a team of horticultural staff to deliver fresh, high-quality produce for our culinary offerings. This position offers an exciting opportunity to combine farming expertise with innovative agricultural techniques to support our commitment to farm-to-table excellence.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, planting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, and harvesting of crops in outdoor garden beds and greenhouses
- Manage irrigation systems and agricultural environmental control systems to optimize growing conditions
- Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all farming activities to ensure consistency and quality
- Oversee crop pest management using integrated pest management (IPM) techniques to protect plant health without harmful chemicals
- Supervise horticultural team members, providing training on gardening best practices, plant identification, and equipment use
- Maintain detailed records of crop cycles, pest control measures, irrigation schedules, and environmental conditions
- Perform garden trimming, lawn care, land landscaping, and general plant maintenance to promote healthy growth
Skills
- Extensive experience in crop production, greenhouse cultivation, and outdoor gardening environments
- Strong knowledge of irrigation management and agricultural environmental control systems
- Familiarity with plant pest control methods and integrated pest management strategies
- Ability to operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, and irrigation systems safely and effectively
- Excellent understanding of horticulture principles including plant identification and soil health management
- Basic math skills for measuring inputs, calculating water needs, and maintaining accurate records
- Physical ability for heavy lifting, outdoor work in varying weather conditions, and manual gardening tasks
Join us as a Farm Lead Grower to cultivate a vibrant garden that directly impacts our restaurant’s fresh offerings. Bring your passion for farming, your leadership skills, and your innovative approach to sustainable agriculture—help us grow something extraordinary!
Pay: $17.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $27