• At least 1 year of full-time work in farming. Applicants should have a love of physical work (shoveling, wheelbarrowing, etc) outside in all kinds of weather. Farmers are endurance athletes.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills: we ask that the applicant have experience in leading and training others to be successful and confident as well as being open to personal feedback. We strongly value each farmer’s voice and impact on the farm.
• Positivity. Patience. Flexibility. 
• Relentless attention to detail. Thoroughness. An eye for both quality and efficiency.
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation
• A love of plants, soil, and good food! Wonder and care for the living things we work with (and eat) are key to the farm’s success, as well as the level of investment and joy we find in this work.
• Welcoming of community: in respect to who we are as individuals within the farm team, the family which lives on this land and our community which supports our farm store.

We are looking to add one Farm Manager to our Blue Goose family.

We are looking to start this position as soon as the growing season begins in early March 2025. End-date is negotiable for the ideal candidate.

Serious inquiries only for this position. Must live locally to Niagara, Ontario or willing to re-locate.

Send us an email to hello@thebluegoosefarm.com with the following details:

• Why do you want to work with us?
• What is your background that you think contributes to making you a good farmer?
• Are there any areas of small-scale vegetable production you’re particularly good at? Any that make you nervous?
• Please include two references (not family or close friends, please) who can speak to your abilities as a farmer or an employee in a related field (landscaping, restaurants, etc)
• Include your most recent resume

We thank everyone for their interest in this position, but please know that only interested candidates will be contacted.