Job Description

Farm Description: 100+ acres of pasture and woodlots spread over a several pieces of land in Rhode Island. All land is managed in an intensive rotational management system with multiple species of livestock. The main farm is located in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. All meat and eggs are sold through farmers markets (6 Summer, 4 Winter in 2015), Meat/Poultry CSA, restaurant sales, buying clubs and on-farm sales. The farm also operates a food truck and cart that delivers farm-to-table food at farmers’ markets and special events.

 

Livestock Details: Pasture-raised pigs Pastured Free-range broilers Pasture-raised turkeys Grass-fed beef steers Free-range laying hens Free-Range laying ducks Livestock Guardian Dogs All poultry are processed on-farm in a RI Health Department mobile processing unit

 

Responsibilities: Daily watering & feeding and pasture rotation of broiler chickens, laying hens, ducks, turkeys, pigs and cattle Management of chick brooder Equipment maintenance Product delivery Poultry slaughter & processing Assist with sales of products Assisting with products processing, packaging & inventory Building fence General carpentry and construction

 

Qualifications: Enjoys working with animals Willingness to work long hours in all weather conditions Willingness to learn Valid drivers license Ability to follow directions Able to work independently or in a group Ability to lift 50lbs on regular basis required Commitment to work full 9 months Good communication skills Punctual and reliable There are 3 apprenticeship positions available for the 2016 season running from March through end of November. The additional position runs from beginning of June until the end of August. Apprentices receive housing on-farm (shared living and rustic), $150 a week living stipend, access to meat, eggs and other goodies from farm friends. In addition there are monthly educational opportunities at local farms, restaurant and with various food producers. This is a full time plus position (5 ½ day work week).

 

Anyone interested must come to the farm for a one-day checkout. Attitude is everything. No previous experience required. To learn more about Pat’s Pastured visit our website www.patspastured.com or Facebook.