Job Description:
We are looking for a farm team member for 4-5 days a week likely Wednesday-Sundays.
Lapa'au Farm Crew members will report to our managers as well as the co-owners.
This position will give you a well-rounded understanding of working on a small-scale bio-intensive organic farm, with an emphasis on growing oyster mushrooms on a commercial scale. Farm crew members will complete tasks in the areas of planting, weeding, seeding, bed preparation, harvesting, washing of produce, and packaging of produce.
Due to the unique demands of a farm, you will occasionally be asked to work additional days or longer hours depending on weather, harvesting demands or to help accommodate staff schedule changes.
Daily start times are 8:30 am and 8:00 am in the late spring & summer.
Compensation is $20 per hour plus health insurance benefits.
Job Requirements:
Minimum 1 years experience working on a small-scale organic farm or other farm production
The ability to work physical work in a variety of weather conditions + able to lift up to 60 lb produce bins
Ability to do physical work under varying weather conditions
The ability to work as a team and also independently as needed to complete daily tasks
Good communication skills
Good hygiene
A valid driver’s license
A vehicle to drive yourself to work with
Positive attitude and willingness to receive constructive feedback
