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FYI, please forward to people that may be interested as you see fit. Thanks, Vern. DIVERSIFIED HORTICULTURE FARM MANAGER The Basin Harbor Club is looking for a farm manager to assist with initial farm design, and to oversee daily operations of a diversified vegetable, herb and ornamental enterprise that will supply our resort facilities with fresh produce and landscape plants. We have 2 acres available for immediate production and an additional 6 acres for future uses. A 20’ x 80’ greenhouse, numerous tractors, cultivators, seeders, cold boxes, wash stations, irrigation, compost operation and much more are available to support with enterprise, with potential for additional infrastructure development as needed. Basin Harbor is located in Vergennes, Vermont, next to Lake Champlain. We host four seasonal restaurants serving over 750 meals a day between from May through October, with fresh produce and being used in all locations. Approximately 14,000 plants are used each year for ornamental plantings adorning the 120 buildings on the property. The Farm Manager is responsible for: Overall production of crops, including: ordering seeds, planning rotations, scheduling plantings; managing soil fertility and pests; applying irrigation as needed; sowing cover crops; harvesting, washing and preparing crops for use, storing appropriately if needed; maintaining detailed records, etc. Working with the Executive Chef to determine the quantity, quality and timing of crops needed; maintaining ongoing communication about the supply of crops; determining value of crops supplied; using feedback to improve operations and increase the value of crops supplied. Working with the Director of Engineering to help plan innovative new enterprises for Basin Harbor’s Environmental Innovation Center, potentially including oil seed crops, fuel crops, winter production of leafy greens, etc. The Center already includes a full scale food composting facility, waste vegetable oil processing, 150 kw solar array, and proud members of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program. Minimum requirements: Demonstrated knowledge of diversified horticultural production, at least 3 years of work experience in commercial farming, ability to work independently and also as part of a team, willingness to engage in the hard physical labor associated with farming, knowledge of horticultural equipment operation, and the ability to keep detailed records. This is a full time position, with salary dependent on experience. The potential exists for revenue sharing through the sale of excess crops. Basin Harbor Club was established in 1886 by Ardelia Beach and has remained family owned for 128 years. Today, guests are greeted by fourth generation hosts, Pennie Beach and Robert H. Beach, Jr. and fifth generation Sarah Morris, Director of Sales. Originally a 225-acre working farm catering to summer boarders, the resort has expanded to cover 700 acres on Lake Champlain, encompassing the main lodge, cottages, a private golf course, spectacular gardens and a 3,200 foot grass. Please send a resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in the project to: Brian Goodyear, 4800 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, VT 05491 or email to [log in to unmask] . Review of applications will begin on 12/1.