Seasonal Farm Cart Line Cook

Position Title

Farm Cart Line Cook

Salary Range: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour

Start & End Date:
May 1 – Oct 31, 2026 (required onboarding & training beginning late April)

9:00 am – 4:30 pm, with rotation of weekends, holidays, and occasional evening hours in July & August.

Farm Cart operates 11 am – 3 pm; prep and break‑down times included.

Shelburne Farms is an education nonprofit on a mission to inspire and cultivate learning for a sustainable future. We believe that transformative learning experiences sow the seeds for a thriving and more just world. Our work seeks to create the space, spark the conversations, and share the stories to inspire educators, students, and learners of all ages to build a better future for everyone.

• Prepare and serve simple yet delicious, nutritious, and sustainably sourced lunches and snacks for visitors.
• Utilize ingredients grown and raised on the farm, showcasing the farm's produce and products.
• Support sustainable culinary practices, including reducing food waste, composting, and utilizing every part of an ingredient.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Engage with visitors, sharing information about the farm's mission and sustainable food practices.
• Support the Farm Food Functions Team in production of food at the inn.

• Passion for preparing and sharing food items such as burgers, sandwiches, and salads.
• 1 year or more savory cooking experience.
• Self‑motivated, team player with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Excellent knife skills and extensive understanding of various cooking techniques.
• Willingness to drive a farm vehicle to transport food from the restaurant to the food truck (motor‑vehicle report required for operating farm machinery or vehicles).

• Two steps and a narrow walkway lead into the food truck; the space is shared by 2‑3 employees.
• The cart uses a continuous fan for air circulation; no heating/cooling element besides the fan.
• Carrying and moving inventory, trash, and items up/down stairs.
• Carrying items weighing approximately 40 pounds.
• Maintain a tidy shared workspace as defined by the cleaning checklist and training.
• Working in varied weather conditions and uneven terrain.

• For seasonal employees, here is the 2026 benefit summary.

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Shelburne Farms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we strongly stand against discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

If you need accommodations throughout the application process or have general questions, please contact us at jobs or 802‑985‑8686.