Harvest and Wash Lead
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Food Production
Job Title:
Harvest and Wash Lead
About Us
Little Saint Farm is a regenerative vegetable and cut flower farm in Healdsburg, California. Since 2020, we have transformed three acres of former vineyard into a diverse and vibrant farm ecosystem. Our farm supplies produce and flowers to the local plant-based restaurant, Little Saint, as well as other restaurants, CSA members, and farmer’s markets in Healdsburg. We prioritize ecological practices to enhance soil health and promote regional biodiversity.
Position Overview
We are seeking enthusiastic, reliable Harvest and Wash Lead to join our team for the 2026 season. The Harvest and Wash Lead reports to the Vegetable Production Manager. While this position will be responsible for leading the crew in the field with harvest tasks as well as coordinating packing orders and potentially leading the crew in the wash and pack process, you will be involved in every stage of the farming process.
This is a full-time, hands‑on role that requires the ability to execute physically demanding tasks that include but are not limited to:
- Field preparation and bed management
- Transplanting, weeding, and crop maintenance
- Light construction and irrigation projects
- Support at our farmer’s market stalls and farm stand as needed
- Delivery of orders to the restaurant and other clients
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is:
- Able to work in a fast‑paced environment with an enthusiastic and positive attitude
- Comfortable with leadership
- Good with time management and organizational skills
- Reliable, self‑motivated, and a strong communicator
- A quick learner who adapts easily to different tasks
- A proactive team player who enjoys collaboration and working towards shared goals
Requirements
- 2+ years of farming or farm related experience
- 1+ year of leadership experience
- A valid driver’s license and clean driving record for using farm vehicles to make deliveries
- Ability to lead a full‑time and seasonal crew of up to 6 people in:
- Harvest
- Wash
- Packing Orders
- Ability to keep track of flow of produce to different distribution sites
- Organized in record keeping
- Ability to report to work on time on a daily basis and reliable transportation
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team environment
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying climates and conditions
- Ability to regularly lift 50 pounds and perform repetitive physical tasks
- Manual dexterity for tasks such as reaching, grasping, holding and handling items
- Ability to perform repetitive motions with fingers, wrists, elbows, and shoulders
- Ability to stand, sit, climb, bend and squat for extended periods of time
- Comfortably use ladders, power tools, and heavy equipment
- Eligibility to work in the U.S
- Must have full time availability Monday-Friday with flexibility for occasional weekends
Compensation & Benefits:
- Pay range is $24.00 per hour
- Farm‑fresh produce and flowers
- Employee Discount at Little Saint Restaurant
- Select paid holidays
- Additional benefits initiated after 60 days of employment:
- Paid Time Off
- Option for enrollment in employer provided health insurance
- Option for enrollment in dental, vision, and life insurance
- Option for enrollment in 401K plans
To Apply:
Please submit a resume with two professional references, and a cover letter describing your interest in food and farming to our farm email account,
Applications which do not include a cover letter will not be considered.
You can learn more about us at our website,
Little Saint Farm is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Little Saint is committed to hiring a diverse workforce, sustaining an inclusive culture, fostering an environment of continual improvement, and opportunities for growth and career development.
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