Agricultural Technician

The Agriculture Tech is responsible for general maintenance of the garden for guests’ enjoyment and the needs of the culinary team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform daily tasks pertaining to the upkeep of the culinary garden
• Water plants as necessary
• Maintain a chemical free garden
• Harvest product daily
• General garden maintenance including, hand weeding, staking and trellising, mowing, weed eating, bed preparation, laying compost, transplanting, etc.
• Compost management, including daily collection of kitchen waste.
• Daily harvest to fill kitchen orders, including trimming, cleaning, and delivery of garden produce
• Organization and maintenance of garden related tools and equipment
• Interact with guests and team members when necessary
• Any other duties as deemed necessary.

Must comply with all company policies and procedures.

To perform the essential functions of this position regular and consistent attendance in required.

Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers and interact with our guests.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Must have general knowledge of or interest in organic farming methods
• Equipment operation, specifically tractor, experience is preferred
• Ability to engage with visiting guests and children

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Must be able to communicate with all levels of Team Members and Guests in a professional and courteous manner

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Basic understanding of math

REASONING ABILITY

• Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to be on feet for majority of the day
• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, and all weather conditions
• Must be able to safely operate a golf cart or company vehicle
• This is a physically challenging position

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• 4,200 acres of Blackberry Farm Property

Blackberry Farm provides a world class hospitality experience for our guests. Our attention to every detail, impeccable service, unique activity offerings and outstanding cuisine have helped Blackberry Farm earn its pedigree as one of the most celebrated small luxury resorts in the world.

• James Beard Award Winner- Outstanding Service
• James Beard Award Winner- Best Wine Program
• Travel & Leisure Magazine- #1 Resort in North America
• Andrew Harper- #1 Food and Wine Resort
• Travel & Leisure Magazine- #1 Service in North America
• 4,200 Acre Working Farm setting the standard for Farm to Table Cuisine

Blackberry Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.