Jobs at Heron Pond Farm

• Regularly lift 50 pounds

• Stand on pavement/concrete for long periods of time

• Comfort or willingness to learn to drive a cabover box truck in year round weather

• Strong customer service skills

• Passion for local food and sharing knowledge of storage, presentation and recipes of seasonal vegetables with members and customers

• Load and unload the box truck in a timely manner for markets and remote site CSA pickups (safely getting up and down from the truck)

• Valid driver’s license

• Have good communication skills

• Are able to repeatedly lift 50+ lbs.

• Are independently motivated and a team player

• Have a positive attitude

• Are detail oriented

• Have strong organizational skills with an ability to multitask

• Can manage your time wisely

• Like to troubleshoot problems and think on your feet

• Have a working knowledge or willingness to learn about food safety requirements, vegetable quality and grading

• Have experience working on a farm or in the restaurant industry (always a plus)

In this position you will be assisting the CSA team with the weekly needs for CSA pick up and farmers markets, which includes:

• Preparing and packing food for pick up

• Driving the 14 ft. box truck to and from our off farm pick up locations and farmers markets in and around the Seacoast and North Shore regions

• Loading and unloading the truck

• Setting up tables and produce displays for markets and pick ups

During the weekly CSA pick ups, you will be responsible for:

• Checking members in

• Informing members of their choices and relevant information

• Answering questions about produce and the farm

• Interacting with members: many members enjoy sharing their CSA meal plans or creations, so a passion for cooking and creativity in the kitchen is a plus

Please reach out with any questions!

Potential applicants should send cover letter and resume via email to our CSA Manager Mikayla who can be reached at info@heronpondfarm.com

Ideal Start Date: May 1, 2024