Job Description
Description How would you like to work for a 30-year iconic brand that is known worldwide for its commitment to well-being? Imagine an environment where balance, mindfulness, and care aren't just words, but the way we live and work every day. At Miraval Austin Resort and Spa, you'll be surrounded by natural beauty, supported by colleagues who value empathy and respect, and encouraged to grow personally and professionally.
Here, your career development and your well-being go hand in hand. From access to our fitness center, hiking trails, and wellness programs, to opportunities for professional training and leadership growth, this is more than a job - it's a chance to align your career with a life in balance.
If you're seeking a place where you can feel inspired, valued, and empowered to make a difference, we invite you to explore this opportunity as our Farm Hand - Seasonal:
We offer excellent benefits: - iAm Days to spend a paid 8 hours experiencing Miraval, twice per year*
- Up to $1000 in Wellbeing or Tuition Reimbursement for personal and professional growth*
- Discounted and Complimentary Hyatt Hotel nights*
- Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance on 30th day of employment*
- 401K with company match*
- Generous Paid Time Off program*
- Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance*
- Complimentary daily colleague meals
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan*
- Access to resort facilities including spa services, programs, hiking trails and fitness center *Exact benefit package is contingent on status All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
This Farm Field Hand is responsible for executing the daily functions needed to meet the farm's agricultural production, aesthetic, and project goals. Individuals in this role will provide the bulk of the Cypress Creek Farm's skilled operational and general labor needs. Farm Field Hands will also lead and facilitate farm-focused activities to guest such as Farm Tours and Chicken Keeping. Some additional responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: cultivating, planting, watering, fertilization, weeding, harvesting, packing, animal care, record keeping, operation of machinery (heavy and small), construction, upkeep, and general repairs of the farm. Finally, individuals in this role will be responsible for maintaining our Equine facility - keeping it clean and neat, as well as assisting with feeding, delivering supplements, and ensuring horses are watered adequately. This will also include assisting with preparing horses for activities, helping keep our tack room clean and organized, and assisting with landscaping around the ranch/farm. This position is Seasonal but has the potential to move to Full Time at the end of the season.
Qualifications Ideal candidates will possess the ability to: - Operate mechanical cultivation equipment including tractors and tractor-drawn implements
- Utilize long and short handled tools for bed preparation, transplanting, weed maintenance, etc.
- Apply field preparations for organic growing strategies and fertilization
- Operate and repair irrigation systems for variable crops
- Plant crops, herbs, and perennials either directly or in seedling/transplant form as well as mix soil and seed transplants in the greenhouse
- Scout and communicate any disease, weed, or insect pressures
- Harvest, sort, store, package, and prepare produce and medicinal herbs to specifications
- Propagate, prune, irrigate, train, harvest perennial crop and herbs
- Maintain farmscape areas (wildflower beds, apiary, food forests, etc.)
- Perform tasks related to poultry care, including daily feeding, quarterly coop cleaning, cleaning and sanitizing of water troughs, pest scouting, etc.
- Lead educational tours that delve into organic and regenerative agriculture, soil science, integrated pest management, animal husbandry and farm integration strategies.
- Lead hands-on classes that cover the life cycle and needs of chicken to guests, colleagues or customers
- To groom an arena and keep it level as well as build, repair and maintain horse fencing
- Basic riding and horse handling experience preferred but not required
- Must have valid driver's license
- Must be able to lift, push and pull at least 50 lbs.
- Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, sun and dust for extended period of time
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Worldwide, Night shift