Organic Farm & Orchard Seasonal Support at Wegmans Food Markets

Note : This is a seasonal position at our Organic Farm. At the end of summer, this position will transition to a store operations role. Placement and exact timing to be determined.

Wegmans Organic Farm & Orchard, set in Canandaigua, NY, is a place where you can be a part of an innovative team of employees who are passionate about sustainability and agriculture. Following our customer's desire for fresh produce that is both organic and sustainably grown, we operate our Organic Farm & Orchard to develop and share best practices with our customers and regional partner-growers. We continually work to grow the best-tasting varieties and extend the Northeastern growing seasons, making local farms more economically sustainable.

In this fast-paced role as a Farm & Orchard Team Member, you will work closely with others to take part in the planting, sowing and caring of crops while working hands-on in the fields. You will gain unique skills and experiences while learning about a new and exciting area of our business, growing your own passion and knowledge of products and agriculture along the way!

What Will I do?

• Perform a variety of hands-on, general farm tasks under minimal supervision; plant, cultivate and harvest crops, including watering, composting, weeding, and applying organic sprays; drive/operate farm machinery when necessary; grade and package crops for marketing and selling to stores
• Provide incredible service by bringing enthusiasm to every task
• Work effectively in a team-based environment, assist as necessary to ensure all work is completed in a timely manner
• Complete tasks efficiently without sacrificing quality, strictly adhering to food and human safety guidelines and procedures
• Work outside in various weather conditions

Required Qualifications:

• Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant products and services
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work well both in a team environment, as well as independently with minimal direction
• Demonstrated time management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Agricultural experience or related coursework
• Experience working with agricultural equipment/tools

At Wegmans, we've always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

At Wegmans, we've always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.