Work With Us!
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
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Sell our own Jersey Fresh produce and various farm products at outdoor farmers’ markets
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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
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Promote homegrown and local produce and quality products produced at our family farm
Minimum Requirements
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16 years of age or older
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High School Diploma
Abilities Required
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Fluent in the English Language
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Strong understanding of American currency
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Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
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Knowledge of fruits and vegetables, and ability to discuss their uses
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Ability to work weekends
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Flexible work schedule
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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
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Sell tickets to our fall festival activities
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Explain about activities available to our customer and help them to learn about our family farm
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Help to prepare food
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Minimum Requirements
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14 years of age or older
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Abilities required
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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Strong understanding of cash handling
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Good people skills
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Team work attitude
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Fluent in the English language
