We’re so glad to hear that you are interested in
cooking with us on the farm!
Red Gate Farm provides nutritious and delicious meals for all of our students and staff throughout their time here on the farm. Our program has a wide variety of meals and snacks that include our favorite standbys and playfully experimental recipes. With fully operating gardens, kitchens, and dining halls we always have some kind of food related project in progress.
In 2025 Red Gate Farm is looking for seasonal and part time Farm Cooks April-October
Job Description
Red Gate Farm is seeking responsible, kind, hardworking, and enthusiastic individuals to cook meals for our farm programs and staff. Successful applicants will make meals that highlight our farm products, are willing to include students and volunteers in the kitchen, and can maintain a clean and professional kitchen. The seasonal position is available April - October and part time positions are open for shift work.
Red Gate Farm Education Center’s mission is to grow children who are hard-working, confident, and kind.
Red Gate Farm believes farming is a powerful and creative tool that supports young people’s
emotional and social learning.
Our Farm Values
Employees are expected to embody the farm’s core values:
Being kind
Being respectful
Giving your all
Having fun and trying new things
Qualifications & Abilities
“Staffing feels like one of the true differentiators with Red Gate. The longevity and quality of staff is truly apparent.”
● Experience cooking for large groups (30-120 people)
● Experience working with children
● Punctual and and organized
● Community oriented and able to work in busy social settings
● Self-starter and able to take initiative
● Food service experience preferred (but not required)
Responsibilities:
● Mentor and be a positive role model for students.
● Menu planning and food shopping for programs/events and on-site staff
● Preparing nutritious and balanced meals for programs and staff
● Washing dishes and other cleaning operations
● Maintaining clean and code compliant kitchen and food storage areas
● Supervising and managing kitchen staff and volunteers
● Participate in evaluation of programs.
● Work cooperatively and closely with Farm Staff.
● Submit plans and reports to the Farm Director as needed.
● Other duties and farm work as required.
Additional Requirements
Must be able to work in an indoor or outdoor setting and lift moderately heavy items (40lbs).
Training:
Hired kitchen staff with be familiarized with our farm specific safety guidelines and protocols, our program goals, and our buildings and facilities.
Compensation and Benefits:
Hourly wage of $18 - $22 based on experience.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact our office staff. We appreciate your interest in farm education and we hope to receive your application and get to know you!
Ready to Apply?
Please use this form to send us your basic contact information and the position you are interested in applying for. A link will be sent to you for a full application form. We look forward to being in touch!
If you know someone else who would be a great addition to our farm kitchen, please feel free to pass along a link to our employment page so we can get them on our list.
