FARM MANAGER

We are seeking a dedicated, passionate and experienced Farm Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of hands‑on farming expertise, strong business acumen, and a passion for sustainable & regenerative agriculture, permaculture & education. This role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including managing crop production, caring for diverse ecosystems, and leading educational initiatives.

The property and farm you will be managing boasts diverse ecosystems and microclimates, providing a unique opportunity to design, plant, manage, and expand our food forests and gardens. Our goal is to cultivate more edible and medicinal plants around the property while running 3 highly productive market gardens. The ideal candidate will have experience with traditional market garden crops and a deep understanding of perennial food forest systems suitable for central Florida.

• Cultivate annual vegetables and develop perennial food systems.
• Order seeds and necessary supplies for planting and maintenance.
• Onsite resource management, education and training.
• Prepare and amend soil to ensure optimal growing conditions.
• Plant, maintain, and monitor the health of crops and manage all aspects of crop life cycles.
• Harvest crops, manage preparation, and oversee proper storage techniques.
• Track and analyze crop yield and other vital metrics to ensure efficiency and improvement.
• Oversee care for various fruit trees including fertilizing, pruning, and disease management.
• Plan and implement the expansion of orchards and food forests to increase productivity.
• Manage nursery operations, focusing on the propagation of plants and seedlings for agricultural projects.
• Managing the weekly volunteer program and work exchange / apprenticeship program
• Operate and maintain large farm equipment, including tractors.
• Develop and manage the farm budget, prepare detailed reports, and ensure financial activities align with overall profitability goals.
• Oversee the marketing and sale of crops to local markets, including organic and specialty products.
• Engage with local communities and markets to promote the farm's products and initiatives.
• Work closely with the marketing team on developing and enhancing the farm’s activities presence on social media platforms like Instagram & Facebook, ensuring regular and engaging content that promotes agricultural education and farm activities.
• Design and conduct educational programs such as workshops, seminars, and volunteer days, focusing on sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship.
• Develop and lead "Lunch and Learn" sessions to educate staff and visitors about sustainable practices and the importance of regenerative agriculture.

• Must be able to lift fifty pounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to handle multiple projects and priorities with a strong attention to detail.
• Have excellent verbal and communication skills with the ability to present thoughts and ideas clearly.
• Have a desire to promote environmental awareness and eco‑action projects available to communities far and wide.
• Comfort working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Be reliable, flexible, and punctual
• Be a self‑starter and able to work independently
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Adhere to and perform well against all company's policies and procedures.
• Effective marketing and social media skills to promote volunteer days and education around regenerative soil, agriculture and permaculture.

Extensive hands‑on experience in permaculture, sustainable farming, or a related field.

Please note:

This is a hands‑on job with an organization in an early phase of its development. We…