We are seeking a Farm Assistant to join our team for the remainder of the growing season and over the winter. This is an in-person position with some schedule flexibility suitable for students
Contract Dates: ASAP through December 2025, with possibility of extension and full-time hours in the summer 2026 growing season.
Salary Range: $17.50-20.00/hour, based on experience
Hours of Work: 15-20 hours/week. Some early morning, evening and Saturday/Sunday availability is required.
We are seeking a Farm Assistant to take responsibility for daily farm operations including daily poultry, swine and mushroom chores, routine supply, equipment and facility maintenance, and special farm projects. The successful candidate will be trained in routine farm tasks including equipment and machinery operation. The Farm Assistant takes initiative and responsibility for identifying and reporting problems and issues to others on the team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Interest and previous experience in sustainable agriculture, mycology, livestock farming
• Thoughtful, conscientious, showing good judgment and taking initiative
• Able to follow directions, work quickly and efficiently with attention to detail and quality
• Trustworthy, able to work independently, following procedures with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working with animals including dogs, poultry and other farm animals
• Physically able to lift 25kg
• Class G driver’s license preferred, experience operating farm machinery an asset
• Solid mathematical skills to calculate weights, prices and manage inventory of farm products and supplies

QUALIFICATIONS

• Driving License
  Job Type: Part-time
  Pay: $17.50-$20.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Tell us why you are interested in joining Kendal Hills Farm.

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-09-0