Employment Opportunities

 Reports To: Executive Director, Board of Directors, Other Farm Manager 

The Friends of Holly Hill Farm, Inc. is a nonprofit, educational farm that grows and sells certified organic vegetables, herbs and flowers in coastal Cohasset, MA, 20 miles south of Boston. Growing takes place on 2 of our 5 acres, utilizing 2 greenhouses, 2 high tunnels,  and 2 caterpillar tunnels for year-round production. Sales take place at our historic barn farm stand, farmers market and online for pickup at the farm. The Spring Plant Sale is a major source of our annual revenue. Our education department depends upon the farm providing seedlings for school gardens and our onsite education garden. The Farm Manager must make decisions that uphold the mission of the Friends Holly Hill Farm including but not limited to a commitment to regenerative no-till agriculture, our community and our environment.

Job Overview: 

The major farm responsibilities are shared between two farm managers - the Greenhouse Operations manager has the primary responsibility for all aspects of seedling propagation, post harvest management, direct to consumer sales at the plant sale, farm stand, and farmers market. In this position the greenhouse manager must make decisions that uphold the mission of Holly Hill Farm including but not limited to a commitment to regenerative agriculture, our community, and our environment. 

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Management of all plant propagation activities including seeding and care of plants for the farm, education department and annual plant sale 
• Responsible for planning and execution of the annual plant sale 
• Support farm sales including on and offsite markets and wholesale accounts

These areas are shared with the Field Operations Manager: 

• Responsible for seasonal farm chores including snow removal, watering, and greenhouse temperature management 
• Participation in maintenance of driveways, barns and sheds, fields, woods and trails including plowing and shoveling of snow for winter access to buildings and animals
• Coordination with co-manager to create and implement a yearly crop plan and greenhouse schedule as well as the weekly development of activities and schedules 
• Participation in the farm’s community including planning meetings and events as well as coordination of weekly farm activities with Farm Owner, Executive Director, Educational Director, Farm Co-Manager, and Staff 
• Management of the recruitment, training, and supervision of other full or part-time and/or seasonal employees and/or volunteers 
• Participation in the farm’s administration including data collecting, record-keeping, and reporting required to maintain organic certification and assisting in the keeping of financial records, making of budgets, handling of receipts, etc. 
• Participation in long term strategic planning activities working towards the goals of sustainability and conservation practices of the farm

Qualifications 

Education level: High School Diploma 

Experience: 3-5 years of on farm employment 

Specific skills: 

• Familiar with the operation, maintenance and repair of basic farm machinery such as mechanized gardening equipment and tractors. 
• Skilled in all major organic and sustainable farming practices including greenhouse management and the successful growing of an extensive variety of vegetables and flowers 
• Expertise with post harvest handling of vegetables, flowers, and herbs ●
• Experience with marketing of vegetables, flowers and seedlings at farm stands, farmers’ markets and restaurants 
• Skilled in dealing with clients and the general public 
• Proficient in the use of Excel, Word, Google Suite, and the ability to adapt to new technologies 
• Supportive of and able to contribute actively to the owners’ goals of utilizing the farm for educational and community purposes 
• Capable of supervising and training other employees and volunteers and organizing their work schedules 

Personal characteristics: 

● Responsible 

● Community oriented 

● Strong work ethic 

● Self-motivated 

● Adaptable 

● Ability to work well with others 

● Ability to adjust to the seasonal demands of farming 

● Good sense of humor 

Certifications: None required however one farm manager must have taken a food safety course Licenses: Drivers License 

Physical abilities required: 

● Ability to lift 50 lbs. Repetitively 

● Ability to work in all weather conditions 

● Ability to stand for long periods of time

 More information/Compensation

• Competitive salary, including a generous paid-vacation package.
•  On-farm housing
•  75% employer sponsored health insurance 
• 401k retirement plan
• Veggies for personal use

 To apply email  matt@hollyhillfarm.org  Please include a brief description of why you would be a good candidate for this position and a copy of your resume.

The Friends of Holly Hill Farm, Inc. is a nonprofit, educational farm that grows and sells certified organic vegetables, herbs and flowers in coastal Cohasset, MA, 20 miles south of Boston. Growing takes place on 2 of our 5 acres, utilizing 2 greenhouses, 2 high tunnels,  and 2 caterpillar tunnels for year-round production. Sales take place at our historic barn farm stand, farmers market and online for pickup at the farm. 

The Friends seeks assistant growers for the 2023 season.  This is a unique opportunity to work on an organic farm with a loyal community of supportive farm customers in the beautiful seaside town of Cohasset, MA, just 25 miles south of Boston.  The property consists of 140 acres (2 acres farmed), six greenhouses/high tunnels, historic farm buildings, extensive walking trails through woodlands and salt marsh meadows, all located within ½ mile of the Atlantic Ocean.

We are far more than a market garden farm! We are a certified organic, non-

profit farm that grows vegetables, herbs, flowers and seedlings. The farm uses no-till regenerative farming methods.  We were founded with an educational mission, and our programming includes summer camp experiences, on-site field trips and community service opportunities for teenagers who grow produce for local food banks. Today the farm grows produce for an onsite farm stand, farmer’s market, and wholesale customers. Additionally the farm grows a wide variety of seedlings for our annual Plant Sale. For more information visit our website: www.HollyHillFarm.org.  

This position is best suited for someone looking to broaden their knowledge of vegetable and flower production. An interest in no-till regenerative agriculture is a plus! The ideal candidate would have a desire to take responsibility for some of the tasks and/or projects on the farm such as greenhouse management, irrigation, or marketing. This is a great opportunity to work closely with the farm managers and be a part of the decision making process.  A strong preference will be given to applicants with one or more years of farm experience. It is vital that crew members have a positive attitude, sense of humor, a fast paced mentality, and are able to work cooperatively with others. 

The position will start in March 2023. The schedule will vary slightly with the seasons but will typically be 5 days/week, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with a one hour unpaid lunch break. Compensation starts at $15/hr and is commensurate with experience. Farm vegetables are available to all farm staff. 

To apply email the farm co-manager, Matt Saburn, at matt@hollyhillfarm.org  Please include a brief description of why you would be a good candidate for this position and a copy of your resume.