Farming Assistant - Midtown Farms - Urban Harvest STL
Description:
The Farming Assistant - Midtown Farms will work with the Farm Manager to fulfill the routine operations of food production at Sally’s Rooftop and Fresh Starts farm locations. This summer FWS position will largely focus on assisting staff with harvest processing and distribution for the Grand Arts District free
CSA and Little Sprouts Family CSA initiatives.
No farming experience is necessary. You must be able to commit to 10 hours a week (2-3 shifts) and have reliable transportation to the farm sites located in midtown.
Urban Harvest STL believes in food rights; we grow healthy produce across a network of urban farms in the heart of St. Louis and donate the majority of the harvest to nonprofit partners serving communities with limited or non-existent access to healthy, nutritious food.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Farm assistant duties will include planting, watering, weeding, implementing pest management strategies, harvesting, and assisting with food distribution to our pilot CSA program. In particular, routine duties for harvest processing will include washing, packaging, and safe handling of all produce to prepare and pack farm shares for our clients. As a result of this position, the midtown farms will improve their capacity for food production and fulfill our mission.
Qualifications:
- Must have accepted a Federal Work-Study award for the current academic year.
- Desire to learn more about community food systems and participate in our food access program
- Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people and stakeholders.
- Willingness to work in St. Louis outdoor weather conditions.
Preferred Skills:
- Interest or experience in organic and regenerative farming, sustainability, racial justice, health and community development