Employment Opportunities

We have hiring opportunities from March-December

Minimum requirements for employment:

Age 15+

Ability to lift at least 30 lbs

Be friendly, outgoing and eager to work.

Open Positions as of 8/20/20:

Farmers Market Associate

Current Opportunities: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 10-12 hour shifts

In this position, you will set up our stand at a farmers’ market and sell various farm products and our produce from May through December.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

Sell our own Jersey Fresh produce and various farm products at outdoor farmers’ markets
Be a representative and ‘face’ of Ort Farms to build strong customer relationships with a diverse set of consumers in the cities, to help promote repeat sales and possible visits to the farm
Promote homegrown and local produce and quality products produced at our family farm

Minimum Requirements

Abilities Required

Fluent in the English Language
Strong understanding of American currency
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Knowledge of fruits and vegetables, and ability to discuss their uses
Ability to work weekends
Flexible work schedule
Ability to work for the entire market season outdoors (May through December), which includes working in summer heat and winter cold.

Fall Festival Associate Job Summary

Position: Fall Festival Attendant

Current Opportunities: September through early-November, weekends only

Summary of Essential Job Functions

Sell tickets to our fall festival activities
Explain about activities available to our customer and help them to learn about our family farm
Help to prepare food

Minimum Requirements

Abilities required