Job Description

Organic Farmer/Gardener Position Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa, Moab, UT Contact: Jamie Williams if interested garden@sorrelriver.com

SORREL RANCH GARDEN:

Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa has a 175 acre edible garden/farm which provides farm-to-table organic produce to our restaurant and mercantile. Utilizing Permaculture design, organic inputs and building our soil for long term garden health. The garden hosts activities for the resort guests and local residents

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Gardener/Farmer position is an excellent opportunity for those who would like to learn about permaculture design, multiple ways of composting, irrigation, plant nomenclature and selection, organic standards and daily garden operations. The garden team works outside all day in all the elements with the stunning red cliffs of Moab surrounding them. The Garden is looking for someone who: enjoys manual labor, loves to learn every day, and thrives working with others. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: General Garden labor including routine care of plants, greenhouse care, irrigation implementation and repair, building compost, weeding, watering, growing food, and fruit orchard maintenance.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Be able to lift at least 50 lbs. Be able to work independently and also in a team. Be comfortable interacting with guests and provide them with a wonderful experience at the resort.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree preferred Organic farming/gardening experience is preferred however, a positive/solution-based attitude and a thirst for knowledge is required.

COMPENSATION

The position pays $15 an hour. Shared housing is available at a minimal cost. Benefits available after 6 months of employment. Access to farm fresh produce. THE specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They describe the general nature and level of work being performed and/or represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time. Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sorrel River Ranch

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