Gould Farm | Monterey, Massachusetts
Grow food. Build community. Support recovery.
Gould Farm, a nationally recognized therapeutic farming community in the beautiful Berkshire Hills of western Massachusetts, is seeking an Assistant Garden Manager to join our team.
For more than 100 years, Gould Farm has integrated meaningful work, community life, and mental health recovery. Our working farm is central to this mission, providing opportunities for individuals to build skills, confidence, connections, and a sense of purpose through participation in daily agricultural activities.
About the Position
Working alongside our Garden Manager, the Assistant Garden Manager helps oversee our vegetable gardens, greenhouse, and sustainable growing operations. This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on agricultural work with teaching, mentoring, and participation in a vibrant residential community.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting seasonal vegetable production, from crop planning and greenhouse propagation through cultivation and harvest.
- Helping manage soil health, crop rotation, composting, and sustainable growing practices.
- Coordinating produce for our community Kitchen, Roadside Store & Café, CSA, and other outlets.
- Teaching, mentoring, and working alongside program participants (whom we call guests) in daily garden activities.
- Supporting seasonal planning, scheduling, equipment maintenance, and volunteer coordination.
- Creating a welcoming, inclusive, and productive work environment where everyone can contribute and grow.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative grower who enjoys working with both plants and people.
Ideal candidates will have practical experience in vegetable production, greenhouse operations, and sustainable agriculture, along with strong organizational, communication, and mentoring skills. Two to three years of relevant farming experience is preferred.
Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who values community, enjoys teaching and learning alongside others, and believes in the power of meaningful work.
Compensation & Benefits
- $19–$24/hour, depending on experience
- Medical and dental insurance, with 85% of premiums and up to 100% of deductibles paid by Gould Farm
- 401(k) retirement plan and life insurance
- Generous paid time off, including five weeks of vacation and holidays during the first two years and six weeks thereafter
- Low-cost on-campus housing, including utilities
- Three prepared meals daily, basic pantry staples, and Farm-produced foods
This is a residential position, with on-campus living required when suitable housing is available. Staff participate in community life and an on-call rotation after six months.
Join Us!
If you’re passionate about sustainable agriculture and want your work to nourish both people and the land, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to hr@gouldfarm.org.
Learn more at www.gouldfarm.org.
Gould Farm is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.