Join our Farm and Processing Team!

Spend the season in Vermont’s green pastures raising a variety of pastured livestock, developing a broad spectrum of agricultural skills, and learning the ins and outs of professional poultry processing. Join a team of dedicated, hard-working, goofy individuals who support, teach, and learn from each other every day!

 

The Position

We’re seeking passionate individuals to join our Pasture-Based Livestock Farm and Processing Crew. Crew members will work both out in the field (75% of the week) and in the processing unit (25% of the week). Crew members will have a hand in all aspects of farm & unit operations, contributing throughout the entire field-to-plate process. Ideal crew members will possess a positive attitude & sense of humor, can remain flexible and innovative on the job, and exhibit a strong interest in regenerative agriculture. Benefits include:

● Wages ranging from $16-18/hour, D.O.E.

● A 4-day workweek (10-hour days, 7am to 5pm)

● Access to free meats and eggs when available.

● Staff discount at our on-farm and online stores.

● Workers Compensation Insurance.

Potential crew members must be willing to work (1) weekend day per week. Position begins early May and lasts until Thanksgiving week. Farming/outdoor work experience is preferred but not required!

 

Why Should You Apply?

● A fantastic farm culture that is built on principles of integrity and respect. ● Our great location is just 20 minutes away from Burlington, with easy access to outdoor pursuits such as hiking, fishing, mountain biking and hunting.

● We offer competitive wages and benefits, and hold a strong commitment to a 4-day work week.

● Contributing to a local food system, while regenerating soil and water resources. Interested?

Please email our Farm Director, Lindsay St. Pierre, at work@maplewindfarm.com. Send a resume & 2-3 paragraphs outlining a bit about yourself, relevant experience/education, and why you’re interested in the position. Looking forward to hearing from you!

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, passionate individual to become our Fulfillment Associate. This position works closely with the Fulfilment Lead and General Manager in a number of fulfillment tasks, including (but not limited to):

• Packing wholesale and home delivery orders one day per week.
• Packing orders for on-farm pickups.
• Accurately tracking and maintaining inventory.
• Delivering Wholesale and home delivery products one day per week.
• Maintenance of our on-farm, self-service store.
• Interaction with customers answering questions related to our products and farming practices.
• Tracking inventory and organization of our freezer
• This position requires staff to drive a box truck and lift items up to 50 lbs.

Benefits for the position include:

• Wages ranging from $17-19/hour, D.O.E.
• A 4-day workweek, 1 weekend day required (10-hour days, 3 days off/week)
• Access to free meats and eggs when available.
• Staff discount at our on-farm and online stores.
• Workers Compensation Insurance

Experience with retail sales, order fulfillment, and inventory is preferred but not required - we are willing to train the right candidate! Customer service, attention to detail and flexibility are a large part of this position. A relative tolerance for cold is required, as you will be spending time in both our walk-in cooler and freezer. Availability to work one weekend day is also a requirement. We are a dynamic farm with many departments, we have a culture of remaining flexible to help other departments if needed.

 

The General Manager (GM) leads our diversified pasture-based livestock farm and food business. This key leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of farm operations, retail sales, and customer fulfillment across multiple sales channels. The GM will be tasked with ensuring operational efficiency, maximizing profitability, and maintaining the highest standards of product quality, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in food production, food safety, and direct-to-consumer sales. The GM will be accountable for driving measurable results that align with the farm's mission of regenerative agriculture, profitability, and community engagement. The General Manager role offers the opportunity to lead a growing, mission-driven farm and food business with a strong commitment to regenerative agriculture, community engagement, and customer satisfaction.

 

Effectiveness Areas

- Team Leadership and Employee Development: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 4 full-time year-round employees and 10-12 full-time seasonal employees.

- Sales, Marketing, and Customer Experience:

• Oversee sales through the on-farm market, e-commerce website, farmers market, and home delivery program.
• Manage product inventory, ensuring consistent availability of high-quality products across all channels.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute promotional campaigns, social media, and customer engagement strategies.
• Implement customer feedback systems to continuously improve the customer experience.

- Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and minimize operational risks.

- Community Engagement & Brand Building:

• Represent the farm (or train representatives) at local events, farmers markets, and community meetings.
• Build partnerships with other sustainable farms, food businesses, and local organizations.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to communicate the farm's mission and values to customers and stakeholders.

 

Qualifications:

• 3-5+ years of experience in farm management, food production, or a related field, preferably in pasture-based or regenerative agriculture.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong experience with e-commerce, marketing, retail management, and customer service.
• Proven track record of managing complex operations, teams, and budgets.
• Commitment to sustainable agriculture and the farm’s mission of regenerating soil and producing high-quality pasture-raised products.

 

Compensation and Benefits:

• 55,000-65,000/$ DOE
• Health insurance assistance, unlimited PTO, and professional development opportunities
• Employee discount online and at our on-farm store, access to free meat and eggs when available
• Flexible scheduling
• Full time, Year round position