Knoll Farm is Hiring

Contact Name
Helen Whybrow
Details

Knoll Farm in the Mad River Valley of Vermont has been under its current ownership for 23 years. It is known for high-quality organic berries, Icelandic sheep breeding stock, and for being welcoming and always open to the public. Visitors enjoy walking trails, spectacular views, serenity, fun summer concerts, and other popular events.

Knoll Farm is also the home of The Refuge, a nationally renowned retreat center for organizers working in social and environmental justice, and the home of the Better Selves Fellowships.

We currently have several farming positions open, with some options for on-farm housing available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Open Positions:

FARM ASSISTANT
A great position for someone who can start in the spring, loves physical work and variety, and is excited to meet and interact with lots of new people.

This job involves:

  • Helping in the orchard with pruning and mulching in spring.
  • Planting and tending gardens.
  • Moving and handling the sheep flock.
  • Fixing fencelines.
  • Helping to host the many visitors to the farm.

Details:

  • Schedule: 4 days per week, from mid-April to late August.
  • Pay: $17–$19 per hour, depending on experience.

FARM STORE AND PYO MANAGER
We’re excited to train someone into this key leadership position, managing our small seasonal farm store as well as our certified organic pick-your-own (PYO) blueberry operation.

Responsibilities include:

  • Managing our farm stand.
  • Tracking inventory and sales.
  • Signage and outreach for the PYO.
  • Customer relations and wholesale accounts.

Our 2-acre blueberry PYO can attract hundreds of visitors on a weekend, and we also supply berries to a dozen local wholesale accounts. The store stocks our farm products alongside other locally sourced goods.

We’re looking for a “people person” who understands the art of selling products and loves beautiful organic food.

Details:

  • Schedule: Full-time, from June 1–September 1.
  • Pay: $20–$22 per hour.

BERRY PICKERS
This part-time, six-week role is an essential part of our operation and is perfect for someone looking to get involved on a farm while leaving time for other things. High school and college students love this job!

Responsibilities include:

  • Picking berries for our busy farm stand and many wholesale accounts and restaurants.
  • Optional add-ons: Taking shifts in the farm store or assisting with a sheep rotation.

Details:

  • Schedule: 15 hrs/week, from July 1–August 20.
  • Pay: $15–$17 per hour, depending on experience.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. You can also find more details about us and apply on our website.