Head Grower & Farm Operations Manager
Listed on 2026-06-18
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Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager, Environmental Protection, Environmental Manager
Head Grower & Farm Operations Manager
Private Culinary Farm | Carmel Valley, CA 93924 | Exempt Full-Time, Year‑Round
Compensation: $125,000 – $150,000 DOE | Comprehensive Benefits Package
About the RoleWe are looking for an exceptional Head Grower & Farm Operations Manager to lead our year‑round vegetable and herb production and serve as the Ranch Director’s primary backup on property. This is a senior position for a grower who takes genuine pride in their craft and is equally comfortable leading a crew, managing systems, and holding the fort professionally when leadership is away.
Reporting directly to the Ranch Director, you will own the full growing operation — from soil preparation and crop planning through harvest, wash‑pack, and delivery to our culinary team. You will also carry meaningful operational responsibility, serving as the senior on‑site point of contact during the Ranch Director’s absences, coordinating with our extended team of hospitality, facilities, housekeeping, and private security staff as needed.
AboutUs
We are a Private Culinary Farmstead focused on growing world‑class, beautiful, delicious, and nutrient‑dense produce through regenerative practices. Our operation is the direct link between soil and plate, providing a farm‑to‑table experience that is as aesthetically beautiful as it is ecologically sound. We operate with a level of precision and care that continuously strives for improvement, and we are looking for a Head Grower who views farming as a craft.
OurCore Goals
- Produce a large diversity of high‑quality, organically grown, nutrient‑dense foods and farm products.
- Create and maintain a clean, aesthetically beautiful, and ecologically balanced property.
- Provide an intimate and unique hospitality experience for our guests.
Excellent Service | Trust | Collaboration | Safety | Respect | Integrity | Professionalism | Clear Communication
Core Responsibilities- Lead year‑round vegetable and herb production across all outdoor fields and high tunnels using organic and regenerative practices.
- Manage bed transitions, field preparation, and efficient use of our BCS walk‑behind tractor and farm implements.
- Oversee proper curing techniques and climate/humidity management for long‑term storage crops.
- Monitor fields daily for insect, fungal, and bacterial pressures and respond using organic best practices.
- Implement vertebrate pest management strategies for gophers, voles, ground squirrels, and birds.
- Maintain drip and overhead irrigation systems, troubleshooting and repairing issues quickly.
- Oversee regular cleaning, sharpening, and scheduled maintenance of all tools and field equipment.
- Lead and work alongside the farm crew with clear daily task assignments and scheduling.
- Manage the physical workflow of wash‑pack operations, keeping the space organized, efficient, and safe.
- Coordinate closely with the Greenhouse Manager to keep propagation on schedule and materials ordered ahead of time.
- Maintain crop plans, succession records, and daily harvest logs by location, date, and variety.
- Provide monthly yield forecasts by weight to keep the culinary team aligned with production.
- Run weekly inventory updates on our Local Line platform, ensuring physical stock matches online listings.
- Keep accurate records of all fertility, pest management, and compost tea applications.
- Handle purchasing for seeds, tools, and farm supplies within budget authority, with timely expense documentation.
- Maintain professional, timely communication with management, internal teams, and vendors by email and phone.
- Serve as the senior on‑site point of contact when the Ranch Director is on vacation or unavailable.
- Maintain clear communication with our extended on‑property team including hospitality, housekeeping, facilities, and security staff.
- Exercise sound judgment in operational decisions and emergencies, knowing when to act and when to elevate.
- This role requires reliable on‑call availability and the ability to respond to on‑site situations within a reasonable…
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