Annual & Perennial Crew

Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center is seeking Seasonal Crew Members to join the Annual and Perennial (A&P) Department for the 2026 season. The A&P Department is a small team that manages three retail greenhouses containing annuals, vegetable starts, herbs and native perennials, as well as a certified organic cut flower garden.

Seasonal, March/April–September/October

Part Time or Full Time

Weekend Availability Required

• Greenhouse propagation and plant maintenance: seeding, thinning, potting, watering, fertilizing, deadheading, pest management
• Retail Support: helping customers find plants, answering questions, restocking, assisting with curating and maintaining displays
• Cut flower garden: prepping beds, transplanting, irrigating, trellising, weeding, perennial plant maintenance, harvesting, drying, arranging bouquets
• Collaborating with and assisting other departments and with farm-wide events as needed (one-team mentality)

• At least one season of experience in nursery and/or general farm production, general farm crew/vegetable production, cut flower production, or nursery experience. Two seasons are preferred.
• Interest in and/or knowledge of herbaceous perennials, native, and pollinator plants is a plus
• Consistent attention to both detail and efficiency
• Positive, friendly interpersonal skills and clear consistent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Flexible, creative, and able to perform well in diverse conditions and under pressure
• Ability to work for long durations in inclement weather – standing, sitting, bending over, lifting and kneeling

This is a seasonal position, March/April through September/October. Minimum of 24 hours per week, with the possibility of more (up to 40 hours per week) if desired. The seasonal crew position is hourly with benefits including paid sick leave, fresh produce, a 20% discount at our farmstand and cafe, access to an employee assistance program, and a 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer safe harbor match.

Pay range is $15-17/hour depending on qualifications.

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references through our online employment application. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the team is fully staffed.

Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center is a nonprofit, certified organic farm located on conserved land along the Connecticut River in East Thetford, Vermont. Our organization has a deep commitment to developing regenerative agriculture systems for our fruit, vegetable, and flower production and to offering educational programming that builds connections between our food, ecosystems, and community. On-farm research is ongoing here at Cedar Circle, always informing and guiding our soil health and production practices.

Our farm is a community hub with a farmstand, retail greenhouses, a farm kitchen, a coffee shop, a cut flower garden, education programs, and unique CSA options. It's a place where folks can learn about and deepen their appreciation for organic regenerative agriculture.

Our staff is a reflection of our community and is the most essential aspect of our farm. When you join our dynamic team, you'll have the opportunity to make valuable contributions to our greater mission of promoting organic, regenerative farming and the transition to a localized food economy!

Cedar Circle Farm is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Pre‑employment background checks are required for individuals aged 18 and older.