Farm-to-Table Garden Coordinator at Vogel Alcove

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Oct, 26

Salary

24.64

Posted On

11 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Horticulture, Agriculture, Greenhouse Operations, Sustainable Gardening, Crop Rotation, Composting, Irrigation Systems, Pest Management, Food Safety, Garden Management, Landscaping, Recordkeeping

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Join Our Team and Grow Something Meaningful at Vogel! Are you passionate about sustainable growing, food production, and making a real difference in the lives of children and families? Vogel, a leader in providing high-quality early childhood care and education to families in need, is seeking a dedicated Farm-to-Table Garden Coordinator to join our team. As the Farm-to-Table Garden Coordinator, you'll lead Vogel's signature garden program — planning, cultivating, harvesting, and continuously improving our food production gardens so that fresh, nutritious produce goes directly to our kitchen and to the children and families we serve. You'll also help maintain beautiful, engaging outdoor learning environments that inspire our youngest learners every day. If you have a green thumb, a heart for mission-driven work, and a commitment to growing food that changes lives, we'd love to hear from you! This is a full-time, hourly position with a range of $19.23 - $24.64 per hour. What You'll Do Lead the Farm-to-Table Garden Program * Develop and implement an annual Garden Production Plan and seasonal planting calendars. * Create crop rotation schedules and establish measurable production and harvest goals. * Maximize production from all garden beds, orchard areas, greenhouse space, and growing systems. * Grow vegetables, herbs, fruits, edible flowers, and other approved crops for Vogel's kitchen. * Maintain healthy soil through composting and sustainable growing practices. * Operate and maintain greenhouse production and monitor irrigation systems. * Monitor plant health and manage pests using environmentally responsible, child-safe practices. * Harvest produce at peak quality and deliver to the Vogel kitchen following food safety procedures. * Maintain all gardens in a clean, organized, attractive, and visitor-ready condition. Farm-to-Table Planning & Kitchen Coordination * Meet regularly with the Food Service Director to review seasonal menu needs and align crop plans with kitchen demand. * Coordinate weekly harvest schedules and identify opportunities to expand Farm-to-Table offerings. * Minimize food waste through thoughtful production planning and evaluate annual production to recommend improvements. Garden Documentation & Recordkeeping * Maintain comprehensive garden logs including crop calendars, harvest logs, yield records, greenhouse and compost logs, and maintenance records. * Track and document crops planted, harvest dates, pounds harvested, produce delivered to the kitchen, and seasonal production trends. * Prepare monthly production reports for the Senior Director of Operations. Garden Appearance & Public Presentation * Maintain weed-free planting beds, healthy growing areas, clean walkways, and organized greenhouse and compost systems. * Maintain attractive, informative signage covering seasonal crops, harvest schedules, and educational information for families and visitors. * Ensure the garden is always ready for donor tours, volunteers, community partners, and special events. Support Early Childhood Outdoor Learning * Maintain children's garden areas, sensory gardens, pollinator gardens, vegetable gardens, and nature exploration areas. * Prepare garden spaces for classroom use when requested and coordinate with Early Childhood Education Directors on maintenance schedules. * Assist with seasonal improvements to outdoor learning environments. Facilities Department Support * After primary garden responsibilities are complete, assist the Facility Manager with assigned work orders and preventative maintenance. * Perform minor building repairs, painting, light carpentry, furniture assembly, and organization of storage rooms. * Support event setup and breakdown, playground inspections, deliveries, and campus improvement projects. * Maintain exterior appearance outside of production gardens. Who You Are * Experience: You have a minimum of one year of experience in horticulture, agriculture, greenhouse operations, landscaping, or garden management; experience producing edible crops is preferred. * Knowledgeable: You have a solid understanding of sustainable gardening practices and the ability to safely operate gardening equipment and hand tools. * Reliable: You hold a valid Texas Driver's License with an acceptable driving record. * Physically Ready: You are able to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather conditions. * Mission-Minded: You demonstrate compassion, patience, and respect for the children and families Vogel serves. * Detail-Oriented: You take pride in maintaining accurate records and keeping garden spaces looking their best at all times. Physical Requirements * Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. * Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions for extended periods. Why Us? Vogel is dedicated to providing top-notch early childhood programming for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, as well as their families, who have been affected by the traumatic effects of homelessness. By joining our team, you can play a pivotal role in positively impacting these children's lives during their crucial formative years. Together, we have the power to change their lives forever. If you're ready to make a difference and bring your skills to a team that values hard work, reliability, and dedication, we'd love to hear from you! Did this post spark something in you? Apply now and make a lasting impact with us!

Responsibilities

Lead the Farm-to-Table Garden Program by planning, cultivating, and harvesting fresh produce for the organization's kitchen. Maintain outdoor learning environments and provide general facilities support including minor building repairs.