Work at Balsam Farms In 2025!

Founded in 2003, Balsam Farms is a ~200 acre farm on the South Fork of the East End of Long Island. We grow a mix of vegetables, fruits, herbs, cut flowers, and grains. While we are not “certified organic”, we grow the vast majority of our produce according to established OMRI-approved practices. Balsam Farms is best known for our original open-air farmstand in Amagansett, but we also have an indoor market across the Napeague stretch in Montauk.  With a fresh-array of open positions, we are looking for hard-working, motivated candidates to join our team for the 2025 season! 

Farm Stand Manager


Position Description:


Balsam Farms is seeking a select cadre of managers to join our growing farm!
Farm Stand Managers report directly to the General Managers of our retail operations. Working
closely together, this extended management team ensures the accomplishment of essential tasks and the efficient/smooth flow of our daily and weekly operations.


A Farm Stand Manager is (very much) a hands-on team-player with a heavy focus on
side-by-side assistance, coordination, and oversight of Farm Stand Team/Staff Members (10-20
individuals). This managerial position is responsible for bringing everyone together to make our bustling retail “floor”, registers, and wash/pack station “sing” from one day to the next. It is
essential that Farm Stand Managers embrace their leadership role by exemplifying the following abilities as well: Prioritizing tasks and interactions appropriately, remaining organized and calm when things get busy, and intuitively/ easily moving between independent and coordinated teamwork.


At Balsam Farms, we pride ourselves on building strong positive relationships with our patrons
and fellow farmers. Above all, the right managerial candidate has strong customer service,
communication, and interpersonal skills, and a strong interest in cooking, food, and local
agriculture is a huge plus.


Working at Balsam Farms requires you to be prepared for rigorous, physical, hands-on work
that will comprise a large-part of every shift. Being able to stand, walk, bend, reach, stretch, and
regularly shift/ move 40+ pounds of fresh produce (!) is essential. Since the majority of our work on the farm happens outside, applicants must be comfortable working in hot, cold, and wet environments.


Responsibilities:
● Communicating closely and working directly with the extended management team to
problem-solve and stay up to date on what’s happening on the farm
● Coordinating with the CSA Program Manager and other Farm Administrators on a weekly
basis
● Wholistically overseeing daily farm stand operations including all opening and closing
activities related to assigned shifts
● Clearly delegating priorities and tasks to Farm Stand Staff Members and confirming their
completion
● Effectively managing points of sale (POS) to ensure efficient and professional check-out
experiences for customers as well as financial/ register accuracy
● Managing inventory and ordering of local products on a daily basis
● Monitoring shelf and display stock and responsively refilling
● Overseeing the wash and pack station in tandem with stocking necessities
● Exemplifying customer service and nurturing the growth of these skills in fellow team
members
Qualifications:
● Experience working on a farm or a wide knowledge of fresh fruits and vegetables
preferred but not required.
● Ability to reliably work weekends/holidays during employment
● Management experience preferred but not required (willing to train the right candidate)
● Excellent time management skills and consistent attention to detail
● Previous experience with retail POS. Familiarity with Clover POS preferred but not
required.
● Flexible, creative, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
● Ability to take direction, ask for help/clarity, and give/accept constructive feedback
● Positive attitude
● Ability to lift 40+ lbs repeatedly, stand for extended periods of time, and work outside in
hot, cold, and/or wet weather conditions.
Position Details:
● Full-time (40 hours/week), with the opportunity for overtime hours during July and
August
● Start Date: Mid-May 2024; End Date: November 2024; Opportunity to extend
employment for more than one season. Year-round employment possibilities for the right
candidate.
● Morning (8am-3/4pm) and afternoon (11am/12pm-7pm/8pm) shifts available.
● Must be able to work weekends and holidays
● Housing not provided

Compensation/Benefits:
● Pay is commensurate with experience
● A fantastic employee discount at the farm stand


How to apply:
Please apply to our farm using the following form:


Balsam Farms 2025 Job Application


This application is our chance to get to know you, so please use this form to share as much as
you can!

Please note the following:
● All applicants must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.
● Applicants under 18 must also be able to provide working papers to be eligible for employment.
● We are unable to accept applications submitted on behalf of others.
● If you are unable to use the hyperlink above, use the following URL to access the form:
https://forms.gle/aQhyUNgheuxdGRZL8
● If you have any further issues with the form, please contact work@balsamfarms.com

2025 AMAGANSETT FARM STAND TEAM MEMBER POSITION (Seasonal: June – November, 2025)

Farm Stand Team Member

Position Description:

Farm Stand Team Members report directly to our Farm Stand Managers and are absolutely fundamental to our retail operations.

Not only do our Farm Stand Team Members wash, pack, and prepare fresh produce for sale, they also ensure that our shelves and displays are perpetually stocked and ready to go, accurately run the register and assist customers with product inquiries, and constantly maintain a clean and organized work environment. Daily jobs at the farm stand will vary by individual and experience, though all applicants must be comfortable in customer facing positions and eager to provide excellent customer service.

Our patrons count on us to answer product-specific questions, give tips and tricks, respond to pricing inquiries, and answer myriad questions about the farm. Sharing your own interest and experience with local agriculture, food, and cooking are a fun and important part of the job.

Though this is a seasonal position, there is significant opportunity for growth if the applicant is willing to work the full farm season (May – November) and/or for multiple seasons.

Responsibilities:

  • Assisting with all tasks required for opening/closing the farm stand each day (setting up and breaking down displays, restocking products, etc)
  • Participating in the unloading, moving, washing, packing, and preparing of produce throughout each shift
  • Fielding customer requests and questions accurately and appropriately
  • Demonstrating a positive and helpful attitude towards colleagues and patrons
  • Ensuring produce quality over the course of the day by maintaining fresh and attractive displays
  • Cashiering: Using POS to process both cash and credit card payments correctly
  • Maintaining a clean and presentable shared work-space
  • Working quickly and efficiently both independently and within a team.
  • Completing assigned tasks, duties, and projects in a timely manner
  • Looking for places to be of service throughout the day and always lending a helping hand

Qualifications:

  • Experience in customer service preferred but not required
  • Demonstration of reliability, punctuality, and professionalism
  • Ability to work weekends/holidays during employment
  • Strong time management skills and consistent attention to detail
  • Flexible, creative, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to take direction, ask for help/clarity, and receive constructive feedback
  • Positive attitude
  • Ability to lift and move 40+ lbs repeatedly
  • Ability to stand for the entirety of the scheduled shift (6-8hrs/day)
  • Comfortable working outside in hot, cold, and/or wet weather conditions.
  • Knowledge of fresh fruits and vegetables is preferred but not required.

Position Details:

  • Part-time (20 + hours/week) or full-time (40 hours/week)
  • Start Date: June 2025; End Date: November 2025. (Must be able to work the full season).
  • Morning (8am-3/4pm), mid-day (10am-6pm), and afternoon (11am/12pm-7pm/8pm) shifts available.
  • Must be able to work weekends and holidays
  • Housing not provided

Compensation/Benefits:

  • $16.50 – $28/ hour (including tips)*
  • A fantastic employee discount at the farm stand

How to apply:

Please apply to our farm using the following form:

Balsam Farms 2025 Job Application

This application is our chance to get to know you, so please use this form to share as much as you can!