We're looking for an organized, people-loving Market Manager to support market-day operations and year-round coordination.
 

Some highlights include:
• 15 hrs/week, year-round
 • $23–25/hr + $500 gas stipend
 • Hybrid role (remote + in-person market days)

Priority given to applications received by Feb 23.

Learn more: https://burlingtonfarmersmarket.org/now-hiring

Winter Equipment Service & Fabrication 🚜

Don’t let a breakdown stall your spring. I’m offering equipment maintenance and shop repairs while grazing is slow. Machinery transport to my shop is available.

Services Provided:

• Maintenance: Full fluid/filter service and seasonal tune-ups.
• Welding & Fab: Repairs, reinforcements, and custom modifications.
• Mechanical: Hydraulics, electrical troubleshooting.

Use the winter down time to prepare for spring.

📞 Call/Text 802-227-2484 to schedule a pickup or discuss your project

Adam Ricci- Cloud Brook Grazing 

Willing Hands’ Mission is to reduce food waste and expand equitable and reliable access to fresh food.
Willing Hands grows, gleans, and recovers nourishing fresh food and distributes it for free to our neighbors in need
through a network of approximately 80 human service organizations in the greater Upper Valley region of Vermont
and New Hampshire.
 

Job Summary: The Gleaning Assistant will support Willing Hands’ Gleaning Program in partnership with the
Gleaning Coordinator, Operations Manager, and Director of Programs. This position entails driving to and from
partner farms, time in the fields of our partner farms and orchards, harvesting food for the community with
volunteer crews. Additional time will be spent in the office ensuring accurate program data reporting, top-notch
volunteer communications, partner relations, and supporting outreach and communications. At times, the Gleaning
Assistant will be asked to support the Garden Program and Operations Team.
 

Job Schedule: Seasonal full-time temporary: 20 hrs/week starting May 1, 2026 and 40 hrs/wk June 1, 2026- October 31, 2026

Key Accountabilities (reason for being) (percentages as applicable):

• Supports the Gleaning Coordinator with executing the seasonal schedule of gleaning events.
• Coordinate, train, and manage volunteers in glean events at partner farms, private locations, and at the
  Willing Hands facility.
• Keep accurate records to ensure proper documentation of program data and help maintain inventory,
  proper upkeep of supplies, tools, and first aid materials needed for the gleaning program.
   

Supervisory Responsibilities: (Volunteer groups)

Duties/Responsibilities:

Farm Relations:

• Support and maintain positive, professional relationships with existing partner farms by serving as a
  consistent and reliable presence during gleaning activities.
   
• Conduct regular check-ins with farm partners during the growing season to confirm gleaning plans,
  address questions or concerns, and ensure smooth operations.
   
• Communicate clearly and promptly with farm partners and Willing Hands staff to coordinate glean
  schedules and expectations.
   
• Support the Outreach & Development Coordinator by capturing photos and short videos during gleaning
  activities, following organizational consent and media guidelines, for use in social media, newsletters, and
  print materials that highlight partner farms and gleaning impact.
   

Volunteer Support:

• Assist with volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and engagement related to gleaning activities.
• Provide day-of support to volunteers during gleans by answering questions, demonstrating tasks as
  needed, and helping ensure volunteers understand safety and food-handling guidelines.
   
• Help create a welcoming and supportive environment for volunteers by offering guidance, encouragement,
  and clear information.
   
• Support volunteer safety by monitoring field conditions and flagging concerns to the Gleaning Coordinator
  or other staff.
   

Harvest Techniques and Fresh Food Handling:
 

• Assist with overseeing harvesting activities to help ensure produce is harvested, handled, and packed
  according to food safety standards and organizational practices.
• Help ensure harvested produce is kept clean, properly sorted, and packed to minimize damage and
  waste.
• Work collaboratively with the Gleaning Coordinator, Warehouse Coordinator, and Operations Manager to
  help ensure gleaning supplies (bins, bags, tools, PPE) are stocked, stored, and ready for use.
   
• Communicate gleaning details (crop type, estimated quantities, timing) to warehouse and operations staff
  to support storage, washing, and distribution planning.
• Assist with post-glean tasks as needed, including produce washing, bin and crate cleaning, and preparing
  gleaned produce for storage or delivery.

Administrative:
 

• Work with the Gleaning Coordinator to help maintain accurate records in Manifest (crop data) and POINT
  (glean scheduling and volunteer hours).
   
• Assist with tracking gleaned produce amounts, volunteer attendance, and farm partner site information to
  support internal and external reporting.
   
• Support outreach and communications efforts by helping create content for volunteer communications,
  recruitment materials, and special events.
   
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support gleaning program operations.
• Other related assignments as necessary.
   

Skills/Abilities:

• Highly organized, efficient, and pragmatic.
• Outstanding communication, writing, phone and public relations skills with diverse groups of people:
  co-workers, farmers, volunteers, donors, Board members, etc.
   
• Excellent record-keeping, computer, and data entry skills.
   
• Positive attitude, patience, creativity and strong interpersonnel skills.
• Self-motivated, disciplined and committed to being part of a team.
• Ability to provide clear, calm direction to volunteers during gleaning activities to help ensure tasks are
  completed safely and effectively.
• Interest in agriculture, resource management and engaging community.
• Dependable, punctual, and reliable.
   
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.

Required and/or preferred Education and Experience:

• Knowledge of farming practices and produce handling is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of inventory management and the principles of food safety a plus.

Physical Requirements and work environment:
 

• An applicant considering the Gleaning Assistant position with Willing Hands must be able to adapt to an
  ever-changing schedule based on the demands of the farms being served and the surplus crops available
  and weather considerations. There is no set schedule for this position during the peak field season,
  however, effort is made to set a typical weekly schedule that works for the employee and our partners.
  The position generally requires working (on site, and/or simply fielding calls or emails from co-workers,
  partners or volunteers as the job requires) at variable times including early mornings, evenings and
  weekends and may include work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds, often repeatedly (primarily during gleaning season)

Additional Requirements:  (certifications or licenses) (specific to position)
 

• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record required.
   
• Willing to obtain First Aid-CPR training after hire.
• Willing to obtain Safe handling food training after hire

General Expectations of all Staff:
 

• Understand and support the mission of Willing Hands as expressed by the Board
• Greet the public through all channels of communication with courtesy and respect
• Coordinate and integrate efforts with staff working on other Willing Hands programs
• Work in a safe manner and report any safety hazards to the Executive Director
• Maintain individual workstation and office in a clean manner
• Practice good work habits of flexibility, efficiency, punctuality, dependability, and confidentiality
• Strive to grow existing skills and learn new ones
   
• Employ good communication skills by sharing information, listening to others, and giving positive input
• Work as a team member by helping others and making suggestions for improvements

Benefits and Work Environment:

• Paid time off and holidays
• This position is based in our Norwich location with regular travel to farms throughout the Upper Valley.
• Mileage reimbursement for all approved work travel with a personal vehicle.
• Opportunity to set professional development goals with supervisor
   
• Regular meetings of Willing Hands staff
• We care deeply about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable work environment

Note: Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without
notice.
 

Willing Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender or gender
identity, race, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or disability with respect to employment,
volunteer participation, and the provision of services.

Knoll Farm Refuge has diverse groups in residence from mid May through mid October; this may be leaders from around the country doing independent work through our Better Selves Fellowship, a yoga group, an intensive program for a professional organization, or a weekend family celebration or wedding. It is vital to us that we provide the most respectful, thorough and authentic hospitality for everyone who comes.

Each season we aim to hire six Assistant Retreat Managers who play an important role in keeping groups happy and safe on the land, in our handmade buildings, and in any weather. Ideal assistant managers believe strongly in service to others, love being outdoors, have a strong work ethic as well as a strong sense of humor, and have a variety of competencies to draw upon to help others. We look for gregarious, mature, self-aware people who appreciate our mission of connecting people to the land. All staff members play an integral role in shaping our community.

Job responsibilities include:

Cleaning and tidying communal spaces, moving guest baggage, ensuring beautiful accommodations, assisting our chef as kitchen staff, preparing dining hall for meals/cleanup, making beds, setting up for special events, welcoming and hosting groups, making fires. Being a responsible and welcoming presence to everyone who comes is key to stewarding guest care and safety. Staff are expected to maintain professionalism, kindness, and adaptability when responding to guest needs.

We seek candidates who have an approachable demeanor and openness to input from all levels of staff and the general public. Must be sensitive to issues of gender, racial, ethnic and cultural diversity and inclusion. We hope to find others who share these values, and who are able to respond to the diverse needs of our clientele. Knoll Farm’s mission and core values of equity, fairness, inclusion and diversity are present in all that we do. 

Schedule: The Assistant Retreat Manager shifts are 7am-2pm, 1pm-8pm, 4pm-8pm, however shifts can vary and will be indicated to you during the scheduling process. We are hiring for a part-time role and the compensation is $19 per hour. Staff keep track of the hours they work in their timesheet and paychecks are issued biweekly. Staff hired mid-season will be paid at their hourly rate for a full shift of “shadowing” another staff to orient them.

This job begins in May with a staff orientation. The work schedule is arranged around the needs of the retreat calendar, which means days off are not regular. The calendar is usually set by April, although it can always change. It’s necessary to be flexible in this role.

Compensation: $19 per hour. The position does not include health benefits.

We believe that one of the greatest strengths of a community is diversity of race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and age. We have a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment and are committed to helping all of our employees feel safe, comfortable, accommodated, and valued in our work environment. 

To apply: Please visit https://knollfarm.org/work-with-us/ 

Last Resort Farm is located in Monkton, VT, and grows over 30 different certified organic crops including berries, vegetables, hay and maple sap.  We currently have several job openings for the 2026 season!  For more information and to apply please visit our website:  https://www.lastresortfarm.com/careers

Fable Farm & Fermentory—now in its 19th growing season—sits at 1700 ft in the foothills of the Green Mountains. We are an organic working farm growing vegetables, fruit and herbs, a fermentory processing hard cider, wine and aged vinegars, and gathering place dedicated to land-based cuisine, wood-fired cooking, community and using no seed oils! Our signature weekly event, Feast & Field (www.feastandfield.com), brings together hundreds of locals and visitors for live music, farm-grown food, and living drinks.

We are seeking a professional, creative, and farm-inspired chef to join us for some agrarian fun for May through September/October (with opportunity for longer if desired).

If you’re passionate about cooking with organic, farm-grown seasonal ingredients for community-centered food experiences, this position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of farming, fermentation, and culinary craft.

Ideal Candidate
Someone with a deep passion for the full spectrum of food—growing, harvesting, processing, fermenting, and cooking—and who thrives in a dynamic farm kitchen and collaborative environment. Intermediate to advanced kitchen experience preferred (we can train the right person with intermediate skill). Someone who can fit into an existing structure while bringing innovation and creative energy to improve and expand upon Fable’s current offerings

Core Responsibilities

Lead chef for Feast & Field weekly service (May–Oct) www.feastandfield.com and potentially other private events.
Process the farm’s abundance; prep vegetables, sauces, ferments, milk into ricotta, etc.
Potentially parbake wood-fired pizza doughs and flatbreads
Manage kitchen team, including 1-2 C.I.A. Interns, + execute service
Schedule (Approx. 25-40 hrs/wk) – this is dependent on a couple different options and portions of the weekly schedule are flexible depending on demand and your vision for yourself.

We are flexible, and if our organism inspires you, reach out and we can talk!

We are looking for several folks to join our crew at River Berry Farm in Fairfax, VT.   River Berry farm operates a retail bedding plant and vegetable starts greenhouse , pick your own strawberries, on farm farmstand and wholesale vegetable operation.  We grow about 45 acres of certified organic vegetable that is marketed to wholesale accounts in Burlington and greater New England.  We have been in business for 35 years

Work consists , of seeding, transplanting, hoeing, weeding  and harvesting, on field vegetables and with greenhouse grown vegetables. 
The work day runs 7:30 to 4 m-f, and some Saturdays. We break the day into thirds, working 7:30 to 10, then provide break with coffee and homemade bread, break to lunch at 1.  Then 1:30 to 4. We hire both full time and part time employees.  Pay is competitive, and experience is considered in setting pay grade.   Bonus consists of all the vegetables you want plus berries. We have taught vegetable crops and design courses at UVM and attempt to work in some education in terms of how we approach farming.

Our crew consists of people interested in learning about farming and or are, planning to start their own farms.  We run a crew of about 10 to 12 folks.  We almost always have a Great crew.