Return to jobs Seize the season Join the vibrant Riverford farm team and experience the fulfillment of organic farming
Overview
Salary £12
Location Wash Barn
Expires Expires at anytime
Organisation summary:
Embark on a journey with Riverford, an employee-owned business that thrives on providing fresh, organic produce. Working at Wash Farm in Buckfastleigh is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to join a community of passionate individuals dedicated to sustainable farming practices. With benefits like free organic fruit and veg, competitive pay, and a beautiful rural setting, Riverford offers an unmatched work environment.
- Role Summary:
- Seasonal harvesting of diverse organic vegetables.
- Engagement in farming activities such as planting, weeding, and hoeing.
- Handling tasks in all weather conditions, embracing the great outdoors.
- Working collaboratively with a friendly and inclusive team.
- Role Requirements:
- Prior farm work experience is an asset but not mandatory.
- A positive attitude and capability to perform physically demanding tasks.
- Team-oriented with a proactive and adaptable approach.
- Ability to handle up to 10kg of produce, involving lifting and maneuvering.
- Effective communication skills in English to understand work instructions.
- Self-transportation is required due to the remote location of Wash Farm.
- Application Process Details:
- Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
- Early application is encouraged as the closing date may be moved forward.
Seasonal Farm Team Member
Work with us at Riverford, and join a thriving employee-owned business…
- Be part of a inclusive and friendly farm team.
- Wash farm is a beautiful place to work, with lots of great people – and other perks too. Some of our benefits include: 33 days holiday pro rata (including bank holidays), free organic fruit and veg, time and half on bank holidays, and free parking
Pay - £12.11 per hour, paid weekly.
This is a fixed term contract. Immediate start until end of September. Mon - Fri 6am to 2pm, then 7am to 3pm later in summer. The role is 39 hours per week. Based at Wash Farm, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0JU. Please note there is no public transportation available nearby, you must have your own means of transportation to reach the farm.
What you’ll be doing - Summer is busy on the farm at Riverford. If you love working outdoors (come rain or shine) and enjoy working as part of a team then you could join us for the summer months harvesting our organic veg. You will get the opportunity to harvest different crops as well as getting involved with moving crop covers, planting, weeding, and hoeing. Previous experience of farm work would be great, but otherwise we are looking for a can-do, positive attitude and a resilience for doing manual work outdoors.
What we're looking for…
- Previous experience of working on a farm would be beneficial but, not essential
- Enjoy outdoor (come rain or shine), this is a physically challenging role so you must be able to cope with the demands of the seasons
- Team player; enthusiastic, reliable, flexible, and adaptable demonstrating a ‘can-do’ attitude
- This is a manual role which requires lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling and as part of this role you would be required to lift and manoeuvre crates of produce up to 10kg for this role
- You should have good communication skills and be able to speak and understand English to a level that enables you to comprehend instructions and the daily requirements of the role
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Be passionate about what we do at Riverford
Application Process - We’ll be reviewing the applications throughout the duration of the advert and may chose to bring the closing date forwards, so we'd encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.
