Grower required for Market Garden Radlett
Job description
Wild Farm was established in 2022 to produce fruit and vegetables to supply to our cafes across Hertfordshire. The market garden has been developed using low-tillage and organic production practices by a small team. There is also a small flock of chickens which supplement our bakery with eggs. It is still in a period of expansion, and you will be involved in all aspects of the expansion and running a market garden.Core Duties:· Propagation, planting and harvesting of crops· Assisting with preparation of produce for delivery· Nursery management of greenhouse and poly tunnels· Compost management· Soft fruit and tree fruit management· Farm maintenance – mowing, weeding, pruning· Crop care – irrigating, feeding, crop protection, pest & disease control· Caring for the flock of chickens – daily feeding, egg collection and weekly cleaning· Café maintenance – planning and planting the planters and borders at the cafes, plus weeding, tidying and pruning to maintain high standards for the customers· Record keeping· Engage with and educate the wider Wild Farm team about the market garden and the produceEssential:· Knowledge and interest in organic production methods· Experience or willingness to work outdoors in all weathersSelf-motivated, hard-working, diligent and organisedAbility to work alone and in a small team· Good efficiency levels with manual tasks – sowing, weeding, planting, harvesting· Willingness to work to high standards – quality produce for our chefs and customers· Passionate about sustainable food production· Willingness to adhere to health and safety requirements of the farm· Full clean UK driving license and access to own vehicleDesirable:· Prior food growing, gardening or allotment experience· Experience of poultry husbandry· Use of machinery – tractor with flail and rotary tiller attachments· Basic DIY skills· Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and WordJob Types: Permanent, Full-timeSalary: £24,000.00-£28,000.00 per yearBenefits:Company pensionDiscounted or free foodFlexitimeOn-site parkingSchedule:Day shiftFlexitimeMonday to FridayAbility to commute/relocate:Radlett: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Work Location: In person
