California: Bon Appetit Management Company seeks Retail Marketing Manager

Do you know where your food comes from and love telling people about the farms and ranches that produce it? Do you want to be a part of changing the food system in this country for the better? Bon Appétit Management Company (www.bamco.com), the leader in socially responsible food service, is looking for a retail marketing manager to help maintain our brand standards and drive revenue in our 400 cafés.

The retail marketing manager will help coordinate and support the efforts of our regional marketing team as they drive top-line sales, strengthen client relationships, enhance the Bon Appétit brand and promote our socially responsible initiatives, which include Farm to Fork, the Low Carbon Diet, sustainable seafood, and a Code of Conduct for farm labor. 

Biodynamic Association seeks Designer for New Logo

BDA Visual Identity: Call for Proposals

The Biodynamic Farming & Gardening Association is seeking a graphic designer to develop a new visual identity for the Association that conveys the energy of this new phase in the work of the Association. We need someone who can bring the many touch points of our organization into harmony with a new core logo.

Massachusetts: Red Tomato seeks Trade Apprentice

Red Tomato’s mission is connecting farmers and consumers through marketing, trade, and education, and through a passionate belief that a family-farm, locally-based, ecological, fair trade food system is the way to a better tomato.

The food system that dominates global agriculture today is based on an industrial model that takes a heavy toll on the resources of the earth, on farmers and workers, on local economies, and on the nutrition and health of all. Our work at Red Tomato is part of a movement to build a better, more sustainable way of producing and using food. A sustainable food system nourishes the land, the farmers, and local communities, and as a result, nourishes eaters with fresh food.

Our work connects the innovation, practicality and (sometimes the sheer adrenaline) of business, with the deliberation and creativity of non-profit social change. We connect local, family farm production with fair pricing and supermarket availability; fresh, in-season, perfectly-ripe produce with high standards of ecological stewardship; beautiful packaging with sustainable materials; risk-taking with fair trade for farmers; science-based research with deep respect for traditional agriculture.

New York State: Cornell University seeks Organic Coordinator

The Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station (CUAES) annually funds and oversees a $5.1 million dollar annual budget in support of research in the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), Human Ecology (HE) and Veterinary Medicine (VM), as well as an integrated program of research and extension in cooperation with the leadership of Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE). The CUAES also oversees a multi-disciplinary program related to renewable energy, climate change, invasive species and faculty leadership development of and oversees CALS’ extensive research farms, plant-growth facilities and forested properties located near campus and across the state.  CUAES is spearheading the college’s sustainability efforts and is leading several initiatives.

Massachusetts: Kettle Pond Farm seeks Apprentices

Kettle Pond Farm (KPF), located in Berkley, Massachusetts, is a 100-share non-profit CSA farm that is certified organic.  In our 6^th year of operation we grow vegetables and raise chickens on 2+ acres out of 30 acres managed by the non-profit.  We also focus on educating the community about the importance of local agriculture, food preservation and sustainable land stewardship through monthly workshops and educational events.

SFJ profiled on The Atlantic Food Channel

What an awesome surprise at the end of our day! SFJ was profiled today on The Atlantic Food Channel in an article entitled, “So You Want to Find a Food Internship: A Job-Seeking Guide,” written by Helene York of the Bon-Appetit Management Company. In the article, York provides a list of her favorite resources for those looking to delve into a career in sustainable food – and lists SFJ among them. We encourage you to read it here. And can we just say, we’ve always loved The Atlantic Food Channel. For anyone who is not familiar, you should absolutely check it out here or follow them on Twitter.

New Jersey: Grow it Green Morristown seeks Urban Farm Intern

Grow it Green Morristown is seeking two reliable, hands-on, urban farm interns to assist with the cultivation and teaching opportunities at the Urban Farm at Lafayette.  The cultivated area of our farm is approximately one-half acre. All of our farm practices follow organic recommendations and emphasize overall sustainability, but we are not certified organic. The Urban Farm Interns will be responsible for helping to manage the Urban Farm at Lafayette for food production and education, and helping coordinate the distribution of farm products to Grow it Green Morristown’s various constituencies.

However, beyond being a farm, The Urban Farm at Lafayette is an educational center for the community and the 4,700 children of the Morris School District, making this job opportunity distinct from many typical farm jobs. The Farm Interns will play an important role assisting with educational projects involving the farm.  This will require self-confidence and a professional attitude, as well as being able to deal with a variety of diverse groups.  Our interns must be able to work with groups of youth and adults.  The Urban Farm Interns will report to the Farm Manager and the Urban Farm Organizer.

New Jersey: Grow it Green Morristown seeks Farm Manager

Grow it Green Morristown is seeking a reliable, hands-on, experienced farmer-manager to run our urban farm. The cultivated area of our farm is approximately one-half acre. All of our farm practices follow organic recommendations and emphasize overall sustainability, but we are not certified organic. The Farm Manager will be responsible for managing the Urban Farm at Lafayette for food production and education, training and oversight of volunteers and interns working on the farm, and coordinating the distribution of farm products to Grow it Green Morristown’s various constituencies.

However, beyond being a farm, The Urban Farm at Lafayette is an educational center for the community and the 4,700 children of the Morris School District, making this job opportunity distinct from many typical farm jobs. The Farm Manager will play an important role coordinating educational projects involving the farm that will require strong skills in leading, supervising, and communicating with groups of youth and adults. Some assistance in managing farm tasks and infrastructure is available from the Board members of Grow it Green Morristown; however, the Farm Manager is currently the only full time position within our organization. Duties will include:

Washington State: Boisfort Valley Farm seeks Organic Farm Manager

Boistfort Valley Farm is an established 50 acre organic farm located SW of Chehalis WA, growing a wide variety of vegetables, herbs and flowers. We serve the area through sales at Farmers Markets, a 600 member CSA, direct sales to local stores and restaurants and some wholesale. We have 25 seasonal employees.

Skill Level: High Level

Position Type: Full Time/Seasonal

Minnesota: Ploughshare Farm seeks eight Interns

We are an organic vegetable farm located on 160 acres. We market through our 400 member CSA (Community Support Agriculture) and food coops throughout the metro area. Details about Internship/Apprenticeship:
Apprentices are involved with the farm 55-60 hours per week, and most of these will be weekday hours.
We have eight intern positions available for the 2011 season.

Minnesota: Ploughshare Farm seeks Field Crew Supervisor

Ploughshare Farm, a 400 member CSA in Alexandria MN, is now hiring for a Field Crew Supervisor. Primary duties include harvest management and field crew supervision. A minimum of three seasons on a diversified vegetable farm is required. Supervisory experience strongly preferred. Compensation: A competitive hourly wage (based upon experience), housing in a 3 bedroom, split-logged home. Long-term job opportunities are a possibility after a trial period of one year.   Couples and families are welcome.

Making Good Food Work seeks Team Lead Applications and Workshop Proposals

Making Good Food Work accepting Team Lead Applications and Workshop Proposals until February 4

Join us for the Making Good Food Work Conference
April 19-21, 2011 — Atheneum Hotel — Detroit, MI

You are invited to join us for an upcoming working conference and incubation laboratory to develop innovative solutions and document best practices for distributing local and regional food.

DC: Washington Youth Garden seeks Intern

Program Description

The Washington Youth Garden, a project of the Friends of the National Arboretum (FONA), is a one-acre organic garden featuring production area, herb garden, fruit section, butterfly garden, and themed educational gardens located on the grounds of the U.S. National Arboretum (USNA).  WYG offers year-round gardening and nutrition education through one school based program, Garden Science, and three outdoor garden programs: Growing Food…Growing Together, SPROUT, and Seed to Supper. For more information about our programs, please see http://www.washingtonyouthgarden.org.

Philadelphia: Greener Partners seeks to fill Multiple Positions

THESE POSITIONS HAVE BEEN FILLED.

Greener Partners is contributing to the resurgence of farming activity within the Greater Philadelphia region. By reestablishing sustainable, organic farming operations, Greener Partners is impacting the way people think about their food and the environment.

As a fast growing organization and leader in the local food movement, Greener Partners seeks creative, hardworking and motivated individuals who are committed to Greener Partners’ mission and programming to join our dynamic team.
Available Positions:

• Educational Farm Manager at the Radnor
• Education Programs Manager at Norristown Hub
• Farm Educators at the Radnor and Norristown Hubs
• Farm apprentices, through our 2-year Agripreneur Program: at Media, Radnor and Norristown farm hub locations

New Hampshire: The Well School Farm seeks Apprentices

The Well School

The Well School Farm is a small, diversified farm located in Peterborough, NH. On the extensive grounds of the Well School, its aim is to provide sustainable food for its community, offer an experiential “hands-on,” out-door science laboratory, and to educate the school community on sustainability and small-scale food production. The Well School is a K-8 day school in session from September – mid-June. It runs camp programs throughout the summer.

Connecticut: Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center seeks Farm-to-Table Coordinator

Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center seeks a Farm-to-Table-Coordinator to coordinate with the Adamah farm and the Isabella Freedman dining hall, to preserve food for the fall, winter and spring.

Located in Falls Village, Connecticut, Isabella Freedman’s mission is to build spiritually vibrant, socially progressive Jewish community. We do this by providing experiences that inspire a love of Judaism, strengthen the bonds of community and cultivate leadership. All of our programs model an approach to Jewish tradition that gives participants tools for spiritual fulfillment, deep learning and social engagement.

San Francisco: Albert and Eve Organics seeks Operations Manager

Albert and Eve Organics is a San Francisco based organic produce delivery business. We pride ourselves on providing our customers with home and office delivery of the freshest local organic fruit and veg at affordable prices.

We are seeking a candidate who is detail-oriented, reliable, punctual, self-motivated, and able to handle multiple tasks. Leadership skills and previous experience managing a small team is desirable. General knowledge of the proper handling of fruit and vegetables as well as an interest in learning more about organic farming and produce, are also desirable.

Massachusetts: Brookwood Community Farm seeks Apprentice

Brookwood Community Farm is a 5-acre farm that grows diversified organic vegetables and flowers in Milton, MA. We run a 200-member CSA, attend two weekly farmer’s markets, and donate produce to local food pantries. For more information and about our mission, please visit: http://www.brookwoodcommunityfarm.org

About the Apprenticeship

Our farm apprenticeship runs full-time from April 1^st – October 31^st, with possibilities of staying longer for part-time work. The work schedule generally runs from Tuesday through Saturday and  averaging about 40 hours per week.

New York State: Hudson Valley Estate seeks Market Gardener

Locaton: Hyde Park, Dutchess County, New York

We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and resourceful market gardener to design and manage a new 3/4-acre organic market garden operation, including greenhouse and cold frames, on a beautiful Hudson Valley estate. This is a salaried position, produce grown will be sold to a restaurant in the city.

We’re looking for someone with at least three years experience in planning and running an intensive, Eliot Coleman-style vegetable operation. Because of the historic nature of the estate, it is important for the garden to be both productive and attractive with flowers and thoughtful design.

Washington State: Full Circle Farm seeks Farm Director

Company profile

Full Circle Farm (FCF) (www.fullcirclefarm.com) is a progressive 400+ acre organic farm, growing approximately 50 produce commodities and 200 varieties in the beautiful Snoqualmie River Valley (30 miles east of Seattle), as well as serving as a distributor of a thriving membership weekly produce box program.  We currently serve a growing number of customers in Western Washington and Alaska, with plans to expand to new markets in 2011.   We expect revenues of just under $20 million in 2011 and a total workforce of 200 employees, working in three states and 4-5 locations.  We are a rapidly growing company!