Organic Farm & Orchard Seasonal Support
Wegmans Food Markets, Canandaigua, NY, United States
Schedule: Part timeAvailability: Morning, Afternoon (Includes Weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or olderLocation: Canandaigua, NYAddress: 4842 West Lake RdPay: $16.50 - $17.50 / hourJob Posting: 03/18/2026Job Posting End: 03/31/2026Job ID:R0275966Note: 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 storesProvide incredible service by bringing enthusiasm to every taskWork effectively in a team-based environment, assist as necessary to ensure all work is completed in a timely mannerComplete tasks efficiently without sacrificing quality, strictly adhering to food and human safety guidelines and proceduresWork outside in various weather conditionsRequired Qualifications:Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant products and servicesExcellent customer service skillsAbility to work well both in a team environment, as well as independently with minimal directionDemonstrated time management skillsPreferred Qualifications:Agricultural experience or related courseworkExperience working with agricultural equipment/toolsAt 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*Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work lifeHigher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holidayHealth care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to youRetirement plan with a 401(k) matchA generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goalsLiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellnessOur 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. Comprehensive benefits*Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work lifeHigher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holidayHealth care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to youRetirement plan with a 401(k) matchA generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goalsLiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellnessOur 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.
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 storesProvide incredible service by bringing enthusiasm to every taskWork effectively in a team-based environment, assist as necessary to ensure all work is completed in a timely mannerComplete tasks efficiently without sacrificing quality, strictly adhering to food and human safety guidelines and proceduresWork outside in various weather conditionsRequired Qualifications:Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant products and servicesExcellent customer service skillsAbility to work well both in a team environment, as well as independently with minimal directionDemonstrated time management skillsPreferred Qualifications:Agricultural experience or related courseworkExperience working with agricultural equipment/toolsAt 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*Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work lifeHigher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holidayHealth care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to youRetirement plan with a 401(k) matchA generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goalsLiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellnessOur 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. Comprehensive benefits*Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work lifeHigher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holidayHealth care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to youRetirement plan with a 401(k) matchA generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goalsLiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellnessOur 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.