Working at Organic Herb Trading
Organic Herb Trading has a very strong work ethic and the most common reason staff give for staying with us – in some cases for decades - is because they enjoy the family atmosphere and great working environment. In addition, our benefits package includes an annual profit share, an entry-level health care scheme, contributory pension, childcare vouchers and staff buying co-operative.
Current Vacancies:
Seasonal Worker
The Organic Herb Trading Company is looking for a seasonal worker to work in the 2 acre herb field where we grow over 60 different varieties of herbs. This is a great opportunity for someone starting out in their career and to learn about all aspects of organic herb growing from propagation through to harvesting and drying as well as general maintenance.
This role will support the Herb Field Manager, Sarah Weston. Sarah is committed to organic growing, has a great work ethic and is keen to share her knowledge and expertise. You will be working in a team with Sarah and WWOOFers.
The successful candidate must have:
- Previous growing experience
- Good plant knowledge
- The ability to work well in a team
- A passion for organic growing and herbs
- A positive can-do attitude
Qualifications would be an advantage but are not essential.
This is a 6 month fixed term contract from the start of April 2018 to the end of September 2018.
Salary: minimum wage.
Application deadline: 5pm on 30th November 2017.
Click here for the job description.
If this sounds like a place you would like to be part of, please send your CV with a cover letter telling us why you want to come and work for us to:
HR@organicherbtrading.com.
Warehouse & Processing Operative
We are looking for hard working individuals to work within our warehouse team. The role is varied and covers milling, packing, warehouse and working in the herb field (on occasions). The position involves heavy lifting and moving and regular local driving duties. The ideal candidate will be a great team player, be able to use their own initiative and have good communication skills. A forklift truck licence would be an advantage, although not essential as we can offer training.
£7.50 per hour increasing to £7.70 per hour after successful probation | 36.5 hours per week | Including generous benefits
If this sounds like a place you would like to be part of, please send your CV with a cover letter telling us why you want to come and work for us, to HR@organicherbtrading.com.