Assistant Manager SH Farm

Last Updated On: April 21st, 2025 at 09:39AM MST

Contact information
Farm Address:
107 Sacramento St
Nevada City, California, 95959

Primary Contact: Max Post-Zwicker
Primary Phone:
    Type: Cell
    Number: 609-651-9453
    Email: stonehousefarm25@gmail.com

Website: https://www.stonehouse.io/

Internship information
General Farm Description: Stone House Farm is a small-scale market garden farm located in Nevada City, CA. Our focus is on a true farm-to-table model, where we aspire to grow and provide the vast majority of the fruits and vegetables served at our restaurant, Stone House. By implementing regenerative farming practices, we prioritize soil health, ecological sustainability, and high-quality produce that directly supports our culinary vision.

CRAFT Member Farm? No

Internship Starts: May 1st
Internship Ends: October 31st
Number of Internship Available: 1
Application Deadline: Until Filled
Minimum Length of Stay: full season

Internship Details:

Stone House Farm is a small-scale market garden farm located in Nevada City, CA. Our focus is on a true farm-to-table model, where we aspire to grow and provide the vast majority of the fruits and vegetables served at our restaurant, Stone House. By implementing regenerative farming practices, we prioritize soil health, ecological sustainability, and high-quality produce that directly supports our culinary vision.  Going into our second year of production Stonehouse is establishing our systems and infostructure. You will have the opportunity to learn what it takes to build and run a small scale organic farm in all aspects.

 


Educational Opportunities: We are seeking an Assistant farm Manager to join our team immediately on a full-time contract basis through the end of the year. This role is ideal for someone with previous market garden experience who is eager to take on leadership responsibilities and contribute to the daily operations of a working farm that supplies a high-end restaurant. While this is a contract position for the 2025 growing season, there is absolutely a potential to continue growing with our organization.

Skills Desired: Support and oversee daily farm operations, including seeding, transplanting, cultivation, irrigation, pest and weed management, and harvesting. Assist with seedling propagation, greenhouse maintenance, and seasonal planting schedules Harvest, wash, pack, and prepare produce for restaurant use and other distribution channels Implement crop rotation, composting, cover cropping, and organic pest and disease management strategies Assist with irrigation setup, fencing, tool and equipment upkeep, and general farm maintenance Track planting schedules, yields, and overall farm health Work alongside farm manager, seasonal workers, and volunteers, helping to train and guide less experienced team members Run our Saturday morning Nevada city market flower and herb knowledge is a bonus Nursery management experience is a bonus

Meals: vegetables from farm and employee discount at restaurant

Stipend: 1200 a month minimum stipend, with bonuses given based on farm production

Housing: Yes travel trailer or a room in our farm house will be provided.

Preferred method of Contact: email - Send a Resume and CV

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