Farmer Is Urgently Needed In Fresh City Farms North York, ON – Canada Careers Hub

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About us
Fresh City is an award-winning urban farm and omnichannel retailer. Led by the founder, we’re on a mission to help people make the world a better place through their food choices. More than ten years after we first started our business, our belief in this is even stronger. Every day, we deliver organic produce including chef-inspired and made-from-scratch foods, specialty meats and more to thousands of families in the Greater Toronto Area. We also farm in Downsview Park, where we also run a farmer incubation program.
In 2018, Fresh City acquired Mabel’s Bakery, a popular Toronto bakery producing artisan breads and pastries, and soon after in 2019, acquired The Healthy Butcher, a pioneer in organic and 100% Grass-fed beef. bought it. In 2022, subscription-based organic products and Grocery delivery company Mama Earth Organics was added to the list of brands making Fresh City the largest organic online retailer in Ontario.
With five retail locations across the GTA and home delivery across our four brands, the Fresh City family of brands continues to bring together farmers, makers, and eaters to deliver a food experience that respects our bodies, our planet, and our shared future.
Food is our passion. We proudly employ more than 300 people across our four brands, including our farm, two warehouses, food production facilities, offices and retail locations. We continually cultivate our culture of belonging, where everyone feels seen, heard, valued, and free to be their authentic self.
Role Summary:
Fresh City is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our team as a full-time, seasonal farmer. The candidate is expected to work with the farm team in all phases of small-scale organic vegetable production, including planting, harvesting, weeding, seed planting, greenhouse management and crop care. Experience in farm work is not required but is an important asset. Fresh City will provide on-the-job training and education as needed. We hope to find an individual who is a fast learner, hard-working, and has a positive attitude. Efficiency, speed and durability are a must when it comes to starting and operating a small farm. Any work experience in other business or service positions is important. Our farm has a small team and all employees are integral to making the season successful.
The position is considered full-time and seasonal. The start date is April 1, 2023 and the position will end on November 15, 2023. Fresh City also operates a warehouse, grocery delivery service, professional kitchen and bakery, and several retail locations; hence winter work will potentially be available for the right candidate. They are interested. As part of our long-term employment strategy, successful farm workers will be encouraged to return the next growing season to further develop their skills and continue their farming career at Fresh City.
Our commitment:
Thank you to all interested applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Fresh City is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, and Indigenous status. If you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We will work with you to deliver as seamless a hiring experience as possible.
We are looking for a Farmer at our Downsview Park location!
What’s in it for you?

Food Discounts at Fresh City, Mama Earth, The Healthy Butcher and Mabel’s Bakery
You’ll invest more food money in local farms so they can continue to grow the most nutritious and delicious products, while protecting Ontario’s farmland and biodiversity.
You will support the creation of a local food system built on the principles of sustainability and biodiversity, demonstrating that this can be both financially sustainable for farmers and cost-effective for consumers.
You will join a successful business led by an experienced leadership team who have built successful businesses.
You’ll join a team of talented, fun people who are proud to support the Local Food System.

What you will do:

Seedling care including seeding, watering, potting, fertilizing
Garden bed preparation such as wide forking, compost handling
hand sowing
sorting
Harvesting in the field and greenhouses
Wash and pack produce or bulk deliveries for sale on site
Deliver products to Fresh City warehouse
Site maintenance such as lawn mowing, weeding and general maintenance
Irrigation management for field crops
Assisting with construction projects and farm infrastructure installation
Interact with the public frequently as our farm is located in a public park.

What you will bring to the table:

Farming experience, preferably in a production-focused operation, is an asset
Labor, service, restaurant business experience is an asset
Motivation to work hard and increase productivity on the farm
Strong teamwork and communication skills – ability to give and receive immediate direction and criticism
Ability to work independently for long periods of time
Positive attitude despite difficulties
Attention to detail, a fast worker and a fast learner
Physically fit and willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, cold and heat
Ability to work respectfully with individuals of different ages, genders, abilities, cultural backgrounds and those experiencing exclusion.
Valid G driver’s license is an asset
Experience with carpentry, irrigation and farm equipment is considered an asset.