JOIN OUR TEAM!
West County Community Farm is a diversified farm near downtown Sebastopol, CA. We use regenerative practices to grow 10 acres of vegetables, flowers, culinary herbs, and strawberries primarily for our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. We also sell wholesale through our local distributor FEED Cooperative.
We strive to maintain a professional, supportive, and fun work environment where team members feel valued and can grow season after season.
We are always accepting applications from qualified folks interested in joining our team. See below for open positions.
To apply for one of the positions below, please send a cover letter and your resume with at least two recent work references to hello@westcountycommunityfarm.com
Onsite housing is not available at this time. Positions can be competitive, so folks applying from far away must already have plans to relocate to Sonoma County.
An in-person interview is required before hiring.
Thank you for your interest in working with us!
FIELD CREW
Our Field Crew is the heart of the farm. Field Crew team members help plant, cultivate, and harvest everything we grow. Tasks are seasonal: Spring involves lots of greenhouse seeding, planting out the u-pick garden, and big field transplantings. June through October consists of lots of harvesting, washing & packing produce, weeding, and more transplanting. September through December the harvest train rolls on, we do the big harvests (storage onions, carrots, potatoes, heirloom corn, winter squash) as well as the establishment of next year’s strawberries, garlic, and farm clean-up.
This is a great position for someone interested in deepening their experience in all aspects of diversified vegetable production on a close-knit team and in a rich CSA community.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
At least one year of crew experience on a farm.
The proven ability to work outdoors in inclement weather including rain, cold, and heat up to 95 degrees.
The ability to maintain a positive attitude and stay focused in a fast paced environment.
The ability to receive and apply constructive instruction and contribute to a positive, supportive team culture.
Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly and perform physically demanding tasks (squatting, bending, kneeling) for extended periods.
Flexibility and willingness to take on a variety of tasks as needed.
COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE:
40 hours a week
$20/hr starting
Access to all farm produce
1 week paid vacation
This is a seasonal position (March or April through December) with the possibility of year-round employment for strong team members.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume with at least two recent work references to: hello@westcountycommunityfarm.com
