FARM TEAM

NOW HIRING OPEN POSITION: FARM STAFF (1)

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ABOUT THE FARM

Joyfully Organic Farm is a skilled and successful 100% Certified Organic + Regenerative vegetable farm in the Greater Toronto Area. Grown by a passionate team of young farmers, Joyfully Organic Farm grows a huge array of over 50 types of farm fresh vegetables. We have a deep love of amazing food + strong farming practices.  We have a large community of customers who share our love of eating well. We provide food for prominent Farmers Markets in Toronto, a large CSA, and wholesale relationships to local food purveyors.

Style of farming

We practice an innovative model of farming that focuses on lean operation efficiencies, bio-intensive planting, high yields per acre, multi-succession planting and laughing a lot. Now in our 12th year of vegetable production, we operate across 4 production vegetable fields, a nursery green house, in-field caterpillar tunnels, and a vibrant cut flower field. The farm maximizes the efficiencies of two unique and distinct farm production systems. Some crops are grown on a 30 inch bed system with the use of walking tractors and managed with hand tools. Most of our other crops are grown in a high yield, bio-intensive tractor-based system designed by our farm, that retains the strengths and efficiencies of the smaller tool production system, but leverages the efficiency of farming with tractors.

We are incredibly proud of our growth and the success we’ve achieved. As we continue to expand, we’re looking forward to adding a new, passionate member to our team.

Position: Farm Staff 2025

Location: Markham ON (near Richmond Hill/ Stouffville/ Pickering) 40 mins from Toronto
Housing: Shared accommodations are available if needed, in either a clean and attractive apartment or tiny house on the farm.

FULL TIME: September to December, 2025
ACCOMMODATIONS: Shared accommodations are available if needed, in either a clean and attractive apartment or tiny house on the farm!
EXTENSION OF SCHEDULE: Opportunity for part-time work in winter months.

THE POSITION

Are you ready to deepen your career in farming and work alongside a small, skilled team of dedicated growers? We’re looking for a motivated individual with at least one full season of vegetable farming experience to join our team for the upcoming season.

We are a successful, certified organic and regenerative farm producing over 50 varieties of vegetables for a thriving CSA, farmers’ markets, and wholesale accounts. Our farm is known for being focused, efficient, and well-organized — with systems in place to support excellence in production and a strong sense of purpose behind our work.

This position is ideal for someone who is serious about farming as a profession, not just a season. You’ll be part of a tight-knit crew of trained farmers who care deeply about their craft. Expect a fast-moving environment, clear expectations, and opportunities to grow your skills within a high-functioning team.

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Has a minimum of one full season on a vegetable farm

  • Thrives in a structured, team-based setting

  • Is eager to build a career in organic/regenerative farming

  • Communicates well and brings focus, energy, and a great attitude

  • Is comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

Bonus points for experience with:

  • Harvesting and post-harvest handling

  • Greenhouse seeding or nursery work

  • Irrigation or tractor cultivation

  • CSA packing or market sales

What you can expect:

  • A beautiful, productive farm environment with high standards and strong systems

  • A serious and respectful team that values both precision and camaraderie

  • Clear training, steady feedback, and the chance to grow your responsibilities

  • The satisfaction of growing truly excellent vegetables, every single week

This is a physically active, hands-on role that requires attention to detail, a steady pace, and a love for purposeful outdoor work. If you’re looking for a farm where you can build on your experience, learn alongside other professionals, and contribute to something meaningful — we’d love to hear from you.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY : Staff that remain with the farm past the first season will have opportunity to have increased roles in management and planning with pay raises based on demonstrated ability. Past staff members have become farm managers, assistant farm managers, market managers and crew managers. Staff that have moved up into these roles have afterwards go on to to become high level managers of other farms or begin their own farm business.

BONUS PERKS: Option to Work with Farm Animals, Lots of Free Farm Veg, Farm Team Social Nights, Access to affordable Staff Accommodations, Access to Farm Affiliation Memberships + Gear Discounts!
SCHEDULE: Full time staff work 5 days per week, plus approximately 2 market shifts per month.
WAGES: $3000-$3500/ month. Wages will be determined in accordance with skills and experience, with the possibility of a seasonal bonus.

TO APPLY:

Fill out our Farm Staff Applicant Form below + attach your resume.
Only successful candidates will be contacted. Thanks!

And if you have any questions in the meantime, feel free to be in touch! Email us.

 
 

VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

We are honoured that you are interested in volunteering with us. Thank you!

TWO TYPES OF VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

Regular Volunteer Position: Weekly Commitment
Occasional Volunteer: Join our worker bee volunteer days (one or two/season)

Regular Volunteer Position 2025

We are now accepting applications for Volunteer Positions for the 2025 Farm Season. Joyfully Organic Farm is a fast-paced, high-output model of vegetable production, run by a team of highly trained farmers. A regular volunteer shift at our farm, involves pitching in on a farm task - under the leadership of a Farm Staff Member who will provide all the necessary training to that task. Volunteer positions at our farm are best suited to those who like pitching in, and the satisfaction of good hard work in the outdoors.

If you are in pursuit of an educational experience, you may be better suited to an internship or educational course on another farm.

An ideal volunteer at Joyfully Organic Farm :
- Can make a weekly commitment to a 4-5 hour volunteer shift
- Lives nearby to easily travel to and from the farm fields in Markham
- Has a love of ‘pitching in’ and engaging on the task at hand
- Embraces and brings positivity to repetitive tasks
- Can respectfully and attentively take direction from Farm Staff

Occasional Volunteer Position

Invitation to occasional worker bee volunteer days (once or twice a season)