Farm Manager
6 - 10 years
San Gregorio, CA
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
Company Description
Rancho San Gregorio is a 127-acre regenerative research farm located in the Bay Area, committed to advancing sustainable agriculture through innovative technology and practices. Our mission is to build healthy soil, support the local community, and foster a resilient future for food and farming. By prioritizing the health of our land and fostering meaningful partnerships, we aim to be a key player in sustainable food systems.
Role Description
The Farm Manager is responsible for the health and maintenance of livestock, field crops, orchards, and greenhouses. We are a research farm, so the ideal candidate must have a can-do attitude and willing to try (and sometimes fail) new things untraditional to the mainstream farming industry. As a startup, this is a great opportunity to be a part of early-stage innovative conservation efforts to better our planet, with substantial room to grow with the company.
Role Details
Role Responsibilities
Preferred Experience
Rancho San Gregorio is a 127-acre regenerative research farm located in the Bay Area, committed to advancing sustainable agriculture through innovative technology and practices. Our mission is to build healthy soil, support the local community, and foster a resilient future for food and farming. By prioritizing the health of our land and fostering meaningful partnerships, we aim to be a key player in sustainable food systems.
Role Description
The Farm Manager is responsible for the health and maintenance of livestock, field crops, orchards, and greenhouses. We are a research farm, so the ideal candidate must have a can-do attitude and willing to try (and sometimes fail) new things untraditional to the mainstream farming industry. As a startup, this is a great opportunity to be a part of early-stage innovative conservation efforts to better our planet, with substantial room to grow with the company.
Role Details
- $21-$35 hourly DOE
- Full-time
- Occasional weekends required
- Hours may vary depending on season or market days
- Potential for onsite housing accomodations
Role Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee planting, cultivation, and harvesting activities
- Manage livestock care, including feeding, breeding, and health monitoring
- Supervise, train, and schedule farm workers
- Monitor farm performance, yields, and operational efficiency
- Maintain and operate farm equipment and machinery
- Manage inventory, supplies, and vendor relationships
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and agricultural regulations
- Keep accurate records of farm operations, budgets, and production
- Manage volunteers and interns
- Plan and host farm events
- Apply for grants and oversee fundraising efforts
- Administrative duties as necessary
Preferred Experience
- Practical knowledge and experience with regenerative farming practices in a medium to large scale polyculture environment
- Spanish/English proficiency
Skills
Farming