Lead Farmer

MATERIALS DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Under general supervision of the Director of Student Nutrition, performs technical tasks and duties within the Freight Farm and with other farming initiatives that require specialized training related to planting, growing, and harvesting of hydroponic and other crops for the purpose of providing hyper-local food sources for the Student Nutrition program. This position requires skill in organizing, planning, scheduling, and delivering food products in close coordination with the operations and menu planning of the Student Nutrition Department. This position receives limited supervision and requires the ability to communicate the purpose, schedule, implementation of the farm program with site personnel across the District, including being a resource for student educational programs related to farming and nutrition.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or equivalent is required

Three (3) years of experience, background, or demonstrated interest in food preparation, production, and sustainable farming is desired

Two (2) years of experience with demonstrated success in trouble-shooting and problem-solving in a formal or informal leadership capacityLICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Requires a valid California driver's license

May require pre-employment physical examination