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Available Positions & Descriptions below
Amber Waves is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission to provide educational opportunities in agriculture for eaters of all ages. The work we do is driven by our core values of stewardship, sustainability, community, and exploration.
We pride ourselves in creating a fun, fast-paced work environment where we champion good ideas, hard work, common sense and cooperation. The nature of the work is both challenging and rewarding, as is the considerable time we spend interacting with the public both on and off the farm. Our dynamic team consists not only of farmers but also educators, cooks, public hosts, customer service associates, and many young people working their very first jobs. Perks of working at Amber Waves that every employee enjoys include: a complimentary Amber Waves membership, 25% staff discount the retail market, access to classes/events, among many others! As we hire and recruit staff, we look forward to providing opportunities for and developing employees who will grow with us into the future. We look forward to reading your application.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send us an email including your resume, cover letter and three references (please include an e-mail and phone number if possible and their relation to you) to Jobs@AmberWavesFarm.org. In the subject line of the email please state the position you are applying for. Applicants must apply on their own behalf, we don’t accept applications submitted by parents or guardians.
New Hire Requirements
Available to attend employee orientation in-person. New hire orientation will include hands-on training for barista station, cashiering, stocking shelves, washing and packing produce, plus an overview of our company perks, policies, and expectations.
New hires must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Amber Waves is not able to sponsor foreign working visas.
Applicants under the age of 18 must be able to provide copies of working papers and maintain good academic standing in order to be eligible for employment. All scheduled shifts for minors will be in compliance with local labor laws.
We’re a farm: All positions require physical demands including: standing/walking for long periods of time over uneven surfaces; exposure to heat, cold, or wet environments, working in and outdoors with exposure to the elements, repetitive motion such as lifting, kneeling, or bending; and carrying up to 50lbs at a time, with or without assistance.
Amber Waves embraces diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas. We encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ candidates, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply.
Farm Apprenticeship
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Program Overview
In 2025, the Amber Waves Apprenticeship Program will celebrate its 14th year of growing new farmers through hands-on training and mentorship. More than 60 new farmers have completed the program since 2012, most of whom remain actively involved in food and agriculture both locally and around the world. The Apprenticeship provides an 8-month (April-November) paid working and learning experience in sustainable agricultural practices. Specifically, the program includes in-field instruction, weekly discussion time with farm managers, and a handbook that guides and supplements educational topics (described below). The goal of the program is to teach the skill set necessary to launch a new farmer’s career in sustainable agriculture, and prepare them for subsequent growing seasons that will include advancement into higher level positions in farm leadership, management, or entrepreneurship.
As a vertically integrated farm operation, we are uniquely positioned to provide robust training to new farmers by exposing them to multiple areas of the farm’s work, and giving insight on business planning, budgeting, and marketing associated with running a modern farm business. We specialize in value-added products ranging from shelf-stable jarred goods to packaged baby greens, salads, and floral arrangements. Apprentices’ involvement in this production model showcases the multiple avenues to pursue a productive career in food and agriculture post-apprenticeship.
Among key topics covered over the course of the season, apprentices will work towards mastering technical skills associated with plant propagation in the greenhouse, harvesting and post-harvest handling, and tractor work. The intensive production of vegetables requires considerable hand-labor (weeding, harvesting, trellising, etc.), which is accompanied by mechanized (tractor) tillage, cultivation, and preparation of beds. The field work is very physically demanding, and will require that apprentices are motivated, have a good attitude, can tolerate working in inclement weather, and be able to lift at least 50 lbs at a time.
Educational Enrichment:
There is a tremendous amount to be learned in a first season at Amber Waves Farm, where hands-on fieldwork dominates the workday and daily repetition of relevant, critically important tasks are what drive an apprentice’s holistic understanding of the farm operation. To supplement fieldwork, we provide an apprenticeship curriculum and handbook that outlines weekly educational topics throughout the season. We begin with topics associated with getting the season started, including: plant propagation, seedling care, and equipment and safety overview. As the season progresses, topics include plant and soil health in the field, irrigation, harvest, post-harvest handling, marketing produce successfully, and finally crop planning, budgets, and a season review. Apprentices will explore topics with farm managers during a weekly meeting and group field walk.
The farm also participates in the local CRAFT (Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training) Program and throughout the season apprentices have the opportunity to attend workshops and lectures led by other farmers, tour neighboring farms and food operations, and attend a farming conference. Upon completion of the farming season, the aim is for each apprentice to have the foundational understanding and skill set necessary to move on to more advanced work in agriculture or food-related work elsewhere, or to remain at Amber Waves Farm for additional seasons in a more advanced role as many past apprentices have done.
Skills & Qualifications:
Strong physical and mental work ethic, sense of pace and self-awareness
Genuine interest in agricultural production, with the intention to continue a career in food or agriculture post-apprenticeship
Desire to learn and improve skill set and knowledge base
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability and willingness to collaborate and work well with (and sometimes manage) others, including coworkers and the public
Prior agricultural experience is not required, although any work or study in the field of food or agriculture is a desirable attribute to apprenticeship applicants
Work Schedule & Compensation:
Position Duration: willing to commit April - Thanksgiving
Full-time (40-50 hours/week); one guaranteed day off/week
$17/hour; covers paid learning/instruction time on-farm
Farm housing available for rent (not on-farm - within walking/biking distance)
Market Positions
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Job Description:
Amber Waves is seeking an experienced and energetic candidate for the Market Assistant Manager position. This is a year-round, full-time position with plenty of room for growth within the organization over the course of several years. The Market Assistant Manager is an essential part of our retail leadership team and reports directly to the Market Manager(s). An ideal candidate for this position is great at building customer relations, passionate about food and attractive displays, eager to learn about business operations, and is a team player who motivates and inspires those around them.
There are ample opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization. This job takes approximately 1 full-year to master. We are ideally looking for a candidate who is planning on staying within the organization for 2+ years.
Core Responsibilities:
Assists Market Manager(s) in daily operations of retail business as a key carrier and shift lead, opening and/or closing the market at least 2x per week.
Ensures that opening, closing, and side work task lists are completed and completing a daily report. Alerts with managers as issues arise.
Leads the retail team as a floor manager, overseeing store conditions, addressing guests, resolving issues, and supporting market associates with stocking and processing orders.
Supports business operations and inventory management by reviewing stock levels, receiving deliveries, following first-in first-out product rotation, reviewing invoices, and order writing with vendors.
Records product shrink, transfers, and donations via inventory tracking system.
Maintains data integrity of records within our point of sale database.
Executes market merchandising displays, signage, and sales promotions
Ensures all pricing, signage, labels, and product information is correct at all times.
May review and onboard new products/vendors in accordance with brand ethos and organizational purchasing guidelines.
Must be ready to support other teams and projects as needed. Interdepartmental cross-training is highly encouraged.
Skills & Qualifications:
Strong verbal and written communications skills in English. Spanish proficiency is a plus.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs at a time, with or without assistance.
2+ years of retail/food experience, preferably at a farmstand, in specialty grocery, natural foods, or produce, café & restaurant, or food service. At least 1+ season of work experience on the East End.
A genuine curiosity about food and where it comes from/how it is produced. Passion for the Amber Waves mission to provide educational opportunities in agriculture to eaters of all ages.
Experience with grocery or restaurant point-of-sale systems, such as Toast, Upserve, ECRS Catapult.
Experience with online retail point-of-sale services such as Square, Shopify, or ECRS Webcart.
Ability to use the following work management software programs: Microsoft Office, G Suite, Asana, Slack.
Must be a self-starter who is able to take on and prioritize among multiple tasks. The ideal candidate is an excellent organizer and problem solver with strong project management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with confidence and maintain good relationships with both internal and external customers.
Effective at coaching, training, delegating, and following up with team members.
Work Schedule & Compensation:
$22-27/hour (depending on experience)
Employer sponsored benefits available (access to health insurance, paid time off)
Full-time, year-round position. Approximately 32-40+ hours/week, peak season between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Must be available on weekends and holidays including Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day. Requests for additional time off are restricted in July and August.
Market shifts may start as early as 7:00 AM or end as late as 7:00 PM. Our Market is open to the public from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
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Job Description:
The Produce & Wash Pack Manager is a dynamic and fast-paced position at the heart of the farm. Playing an essential role in the post-harvest process, the Produce & Wash Pack Manager links the farm and harvest with our onsite retail market, kitchen, 250+ family CSA, and wholesale accounts. The Produce & Wash Pack Manager will report to both the Market Managers. This position will supervise the Wash station and Market Associates assigned to their station.
Core Responsibilities:
Coordinating the sorting, washing, bunching, bagging, packing, labeling, and distribution of freshly harvested produce in the wash station each day
Oversee retail floor management by assisting in creating and maintaining displays, including updating signage and pricing. Ensure displays are abundant, attractive, and reflect seasonality according to merchandising standards.
Receive, inspect, and check in delivered product to ensure quality and freshness according to our standards.
Manage inventory through daily communication with farm(s) regarding order status, changing availability, and pricing
Maintain sanitation standards of processing and storage areas to ensure cleanliness and good organization (coolers, wash station, packing line, dry storage)
Maintaining food safety standards in accordance with FSMA and company practices
Overseeing up to five wash station crew members and a farm apprentice daily
Provide friendly and approachable customer service to those with questions regarding produce. Support the retail team by occasionally checking out customers in a courteous and efficient manner on an as needed basis.
Coach, train, and motivate market associates to perform produce department functions to Amber Waves standards and work towards common objectives; serve as a role model to others instilling a positive attitude in team members.
Skills & Qualifications:
Previous farming, retail produce or wash/pack experience is preferred but not required.
Have knowledge of or interest in produce, cooking, food systems and/or local agriculture
Experience in a management role is preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Must have strong communication skills and the ability to delegate tasks to supporting staff.
Able to multitask in a fast paced environment
Excellent time management and strong sense of pace and urgency associated with task completion
This position requires communication in English, both verbally and written. Bilingual Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply.
This is a physically demanding position which requires: standing/walking for long periods of time over uneven surfaces; exposure to heat, cold, or wet environments, working in and outdoors with exposure to the elements, repetitive motion such as lifting, kneeling, or bending; and carrying up to 50lbs at a time, with or without assistance.
Work Schedule & Compensation:
Shifts starting as early as 7:00 AM.
$20-25/hour, DOE
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Job Description:
The Market Associate role is an essential part of our team; we rely on knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate staff members to communicate with customers and visitors. Ideal candidates must have a positive attitude and be ready to pitch in to assist with a variety of tasks.
Core Responsibilities:
Welcome and interact with the public, assisting visitors, answering questions, and addressing issues with the help of a manager on duty
Process orders and purchases at checkout with working knowledge of point-of-sale register system
Assemble to-go orders
Maintain displays, ensuring all are fully stocked, fresh, and signed appropriately
Process and package back stock of inventory, including produce, grocery, bakery, meats, beverages, prepared food, etc.
Perform general cleaning tasks, maintaining appearance and cleanliness both inside and outside of the retail market
Skills & Qualifications:
1+ year prior work experience in food retail experience preferred
Outgoing and friendly disposition with desire to provide excellent customer service and communicate clearly
Self-starter and go-getter attitude with the ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
Attention to detail and strong organizational/time management skills.
Understanding of urgency, prioritization, and quality/accuracy necessary associated with task completion
Passion for the Amber Waves educational mission & values of sustainability, stewardship, community, and exploration.
Confidence to share this knowledge and passion with the public
Work Schedule & Compensation
Full-time: 32-40 hrs/week. Must be available to work on weekends.
Part time: 20-30 hrs/week. Must work a minimum of 2 days per week
Market shifts may start as early as 7:00 AM or end as late as 6:00 PM.
Year-round position
$15.00 - $17.00/HR, depending on experience
Farm Positions
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Job Description:
The field crew position is an important position at Amber Waves Farm. As a vertically integrated farm operation where we start vegetables from seed and also clean, prepare, serve, and distribute our products through our on-farm kitchen and cafe, retail market, and CSA, we are dependent on the farm team to grow high quality produce and manage the harvest and movement of this produce in an efficient manner.
The field crew is the backbone of our operation, and there is much to be learned while working with this team. This team member should be prepared for the physically demanding nature of this work, as well as working in all types of weather conditions. The position is both fun and challenging, and a great opportunity to develop a new skill set and learn.
Core Responsibilities:
Perform field work tasks such as seeding, planting, weeding, etc., harvesting produce according to daily orders, and washing and packing farm produce.
Ideal candidates will have a genuine interest in food and food production, possess a hard work ethic, and a desire to be part of a team.
Learn and practice basic field work skills, as well as learn to manage time and resources efficiently.
Develop understanding of cultivating vegetable and flower crops.
Skills & Qualifications:
Genuine interest in agricultural production.
Strong physical and mental work ethic, sense of pace and self-awareness, and desire to participate in daily field work as a productive member of the farm crew.
Desire to learn and improve one's skill set and knowledge base via hands on practice.
Strong organizational and time management skills anchored in successful completion of specific tasks.
Ability and willingness to collaborate and work well with (and sometimes manage) others, including coworkers and the public.
Work Schedule & Compensation:
Position Duration: July- October (Flexible)
Flexible, minimum 20 hours per week
Beginning hourly rate of $16/hour
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Job Description
Our farm mechanic oversees the management of equipment, including: tractors, tractor implements, vehicles, trailers, gators and golf carts, small machines (weed whackers and mowers), power tools, hand tools.
Core Responsibilities:
Regularly scheduled maintenance, service, and repairs (either personally execute or arrange for additional professional work as needed (welding, miscellaneous mechanical work))
Equipment modifications and retrofitting
Manage stock levels of important shop and repair supplies (fluids, filters, fasteners, etc.)
Ensure work areas and tools are kept clean and stocked
Operate equipment as needed to move and unload material (skidsteer, front loader, trucks, trailers, wagons, etc.)
Retrieve parts, supplies, equipment, etc. from offsite locations
Skills & Qualifications:
Experience in diesel and gasoline engine repair and maintenance
Experience with small engines and hydraulic equipment
On call for emergencies only
Willingness to work outdoors
If part time, minimum of one full day or two half days per week
Compensation:
Position Duration: Year round or seasonal (Flexible)
Flexible, full or part time - If part time, minimum of one full day or two half days per week
Start Date: Flexible
Hourly rate: $35-$45/hour DOE
Programs & Education Positions
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Job Description:
Amber Waves Farm seeks high-energy, detail-oriented, fun-loving team players/ educators to join our education team for the Spring, Summer & Fall 2024 seasons. We are looking for current teachers, assistant teachers, camp counselors, or educators with at least 1 + year of experience working with children in a classroom or outdoors. Morning and afternoon shifts are available. Some weekend work is required.
Our program caterers mainly to young children under the age of four in addition to weekly classes for tweens, teens, parents and family members of all ages. Using our science-based curriculum, we are looking for team players passionate about offering the public creative ways to understand the local food system, connect children to the natural world, and teach children where their food comes from and how it is grown.Core Responsibilities:
The central focus of the position is assisting lead educators with the implementation of a farm-based, hands-on, experiential learning program for children, families, local school groups, and camps.
Interest in farming/botany, environmental science, and learning to manage and maintain a school garden is a plus.
Looking for team members who enjoy designing aesthetically pleasing crafts and activities made with natural, farm based materials while understanding a child’s point of view.
All activities are curated thoughtfully by staff members and follow a weekly themed curriculum designed specifically for the Amber Waves classroom to mimic what is happening on the farm seasonally.
Educators may be asked to lead classes, speak about farm topics (with plenty of support), and make sure visitors to the outdoor classroom and kitchen receive warm, quality engagement.
The Amber Waves education team welcomes up to 10,000 visitors each summer to the outdoor classroom and a positive, welcoming attitude is essential. Educators often interface with the public and are responsible for keeping the public grounds clean, safe, and neat.
All classes require a substantial amount of setup and breakdown. We work in all types of weather: wind, rain, heat, etc. Dressing appropriately is essential. All employees will be asked to wear Amber Waves branded clothing.
Spring & Fall shoulder months involve daily visits from the Amagansett School ages Prk-3-5th grade and large field trips from local schools starting April. Public classes are dialed back until Summer, and the work load is mostly in the mornings during school hours. Summer hours increase last week of June through end of August with the education team running up to 6 classes per week day and community programming each weekend morning.
Skills & Qualifications:
Interest in and commitment to the Amber Waves mission
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Comfort level with Google Docs & learning a new scheduling software helpful.
1+ years experience working with children ages 1-13 either as a teacher, in a museum or outdoor setting
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic work environment
Ability to work as a team member with minimal supervision.
Solid written and oral communication skills and a desire to communicate effectively with the public, comfort level participating in group welcome songs.
Strong interest in working with young children in a hands-on fast paced environment
Position requires physical demands, including standing and walking for long periods over uneven surfaces, exposure to heat, cold, or wet environments, working in and outdoors with exposure to the elements, repetitive motion such as lifting, kneeling, or bending and carrying up to 50lbs at a time, with or without assistance.
Available to attend employee orientation in person on Saturday, May 18th, Saturday, June 15th, or Saturday, June 22nd, from 10 am to 4 pm. This session will cover an overview of our mission, values, history, and a farm tour. We will also review the employee handbook, elaborating upon expectations, code of conduct, policies, resources, and perks.
Available to work consistently June 17th - end of August
Requests for time off are limited during peak season from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Work Schedule & Compensation:
Schedule: Full-time or part-time, seasonal
Compensation: Salary, $18-$22 DOE plus pick your own vegetables, flowers and herbs
Housing is not available
Start Date: March 16th 2024
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Job Description:
We are excited to hire a community oriented team player to join us this fall to run our weekend programming in our Outdoor Classroom. Our Outdoor Classroom has many opportunities for creative exploration and the educator will enhance this experience by encouraging children to explore!Core Responsibilities:
Our Exploration Garden Program is open to the public Saturday and Sunday mornings now through the middle of November. We seek kind, warm, self-motivated, twinkle-in-your-eye-sort-of-people to consistently create a welcoming and engaging space for children to explore the classroom with their parents and caregivers.
Skills & Qualifications:•Good hosting skills and comfort level with parents, caregivers and children of all ages are a must.
•Tasks include, set up and break down of activity tables, organization of space and creative planning, answering questions about Amber Waves Farm and our campus.
Work Schedule & Compensation:
Compensation: $25/hour
Hours: Saturdays & Sundays 8:30a - 12p
Schedule: Part-time, seasonal