Current Opportunities
Egg Collector, Grader, Market Team Member
Are you passionate about eggs and eager to play a pivotal role in our local food system? If you are excited about the idea of working in a farm environment, we want you to join our team at Springford Farm!
We're searching for a dedicated individual to fill a dynamic and unique position that blends egg grading and collection with market responsibilities. This permanent, part-time, year-round role will primarily focus on egg grading and collection, with occasional shifts dedicated to market duties. In addition to egg and market-related tasks, there may be opportunities to assist with landscaping and other farm-related duties during the busy season.
Starting at minimum wage (currently $16.75/hr), with a performance review and wage negotiation scheduled after 60 days, this position offers an exciting opportunity for someone who:
- Demonstrates a passion for local food, farming, and nutrition
- Possesses excellent customer service skills
- Has previous experience in agriculture, retail or customer service roles
- Is comfortable with both working alone alongside machinery, and collaboratively in a team setting
- Exhibits strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Is reliable, punctual, and adaptable to new tasks
- Is comfortable with repetitive duties, particularly egg grading and collection
- Has a keen attention to detail especially related to safe food handling and cleanliness
As an integral member of our team, you'll need to commit to working 3-4 shifts or 15-25 hours per week, with the following availability specifically needed:
A few hours for egg collection on Sundays
A few hours for egg collection on Mondays
Full day availability for egg grading on Wednesdays
Flexibility on other days for additional shifts and vacation coverage as needed.
Additional hours may be offered during the summer season.
Your responsibilities will include…
Egg Grading Duties:
- Cleaning, inspecting, and packaging eggs
- Ensuring thorough cleaning and sanitization of egg grading facilities and equipment
- Adhering to all Canadian Food Inspection Agency policies and procedures
Egg Collection Duties:
- Collecting eggs with the help of egg collection machinery in our three chicken barns
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safe work procedures while working alone
- General cleaning and maintenance duties in egg barns as required
- Utilizing a pallet jack to move stacks of eggs
Market Duties:
- Providing friendly and efficient customer service
- Operating the point-of-sale system
- Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the market area
- Conducting general cleaning tasks in the market, warehouse, fridges, and freezers
- Assisting with product inventory tasks such as receiving, inspecting, rotating, pricing, and stocking
Education/Requirements:
- High school diploma
- Level 1 first aid certification (preferred)
- Food safe certificate (preferred)
- Willingness to undergo on-the-job training
- Ability to work indoors and on weekends
- Capacity to stand for 8-hour shifts and lift up to 50 lbs regularly
To apply, visit Springford Farm Market during regular business hours or email your resume to info@springfordfarm.com with the subject line: Egg Grader/Collector Application. We're seeking a team player who shares our enthusiasm for agriculture and local food, and someone who values honest hard work. Come join us!