Now Hiring for 2021

Meat Processing Manager

The Meat Processing Manager is a hands-on management position who is responsible for the following:

• Managing 8-10 staff and working in our state inspected poultry processing facility - processing 800 birds per week (May-November) 600 turkeys (October)
• Continued development and management of inventory systems of on-farm products and USDA processed meat 
• Assisting with maintenance & servicing of meat processing equipment
• Working collaboratively with Livestock Manager & Farm Manager/Owner
• Implementing "lean" manufacturing methods in all aspects of processing
• Prepared foods development in our licensed offsite commercial kitchen - sausage varieties, broth, soup, meat pies, etc...
• Wholesale ordering & fulfillment
• Documenting & control of processing/food costs
• Works closely with farm accountant & office manager 
• Utilizing produce grown in our on-farm garden for product production
• Other tasks as required

Experience required:

• 2+ years butchery/meat cutting and/or commercial kitchen environment
• Good knife skills 
• Ability to repair & maintain food processing equipment
• A passion for farming and farm-to-table cooking
• Work week Tuesday-Saturday
• Experience managing staff
• Knowledge of cooking and farming practices
• Valid drivers license with no recent moving violations
• Interest in continued development of prepared food product line with farm products
• Able to lift 50 lbs regularly and 75 lbs occasionally 
• Organized and able to multitask 
• A positive, go get ‘em attitude is a must
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Google Docs and Quickbooks

This is a full-time, salaried, year round position. Compensation determined by experience - salary range $42,000-$48,000 plus paid vacation, sick/family leave, monthly food budget and professional development funds. Interested applicants answer questions listed in the job posting and attach their resume and 3 professional references. We will accept applications until positions are filled - position is set to begin April 1, 2021. We will require either an in-person or video interview as part of the application process and, if moved to next step, a 1 day work try-out on-farm.

Farm Hand

Pat's Pastured is seeking a full-time Farm Hand. This position will work in most aspects of our farm.

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
• Assist with sales of products
• Assisting with products processing, packaging & inventory
• Building fence
• General carpentry and construction
• Weekly slaughter/processing of poultry on-farm

Qualifications:

• Enjoys working with animals
• Willingness to work long hours in all weather conditions
• Willingness to learn
• Valid drivers license — no moving violations
• Ability to follow directions
• Able to work independently or in a group
• Ability to lift 50lbs on regular basis required
• Good communication skills
• Punctual and reliable

Typically this environment is subject to exposure to all outdoor weather. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week. Salary is $12–$14 per hour, commensurate with experience.