Livestock Manager (7207)

Carversville Farm Foundation (CFF) is a non-profit that runs a philanthropic, diversified, regenerative, certified organic farm. We grow produce, eggs and meat to the highest standards and donate 100% of our harvests to Philadelphia-area soup kitchens, year-round. Want to join a talented, committed crew in beautiful Bucks County, PA and improve your farming skills while raising restaurant-quality harvests to give away to communities in need ? Join us!

About the position:

The livestock manager leads our livestock crew in the daily operations and care of grass fed beef cattle and pastured poultry (laying hens, turkeys, broiler chickens) as well as poultry processing. We are looking for a professional that contributes to long term planning and brings thoughtful ideas and practices to our operation. The position requires an expertise in organic, pasture-based livestock systems, as well as an ability to train new farmers and quickly troubleshoot any problems that arise.

Working with our team to execute daily tasks including:

Manage the livestock team

Raising poultry in succession

Raising laying hens

Monitor livestock health

Beef cattle handling

Rotational grazing

Poultry processing

Developing and implementing strategies that lead to productivity

Record keeping

We are looking for people committed to our mission and procedures with these abilities:

Work independently and on a team

Dependable and observant

Strong work ethic

Positive and proactive problem solving skills

Readiness to work outside in all weather conditions

Ability to lift 50 lbs repetitively

Detail oriented

Knowledge and experience in good food handling and processing

Desire to learn

Flexible in schedule and tasks

Housing possible, PTO, Health and Dental Insurance

Schedule: Full time, year round