Urban farming, Local food

Hiring: Farm Manager
Farm: The Brackyard Farm
Location: Squamish / Brackendale BC

About Us

The Brackyard Farm is a brand-new, community-focused farm located in beautiful Brackendale, BC, on the north side of Squamish.

Entering our second full growing season in 2026, our mission is to strengthen hyper-local vegetable production and support the Squamish community with sustainably grown produce. Everything we grow is right here — no trucks, no long journeys — just fresh, seasonal produce cultivated steps from our farm stand which is our main sales channel along with supplying to local restaurants.

Our main site is a 1-acre intensive urban farm in Brackendale. In 2026, we will continue optimizing production at this location while beginning our expansion into Paradise Valley. We are building efficient, regenerative systems and are seeking a capable, motivated Farm Manager who wants to grow with us. All work is done using hand tools and we follow no dig, regenerative and organic practices.

Brackyard Farm is the brainchild of Robbie — a carpenter by trade and a backyard farmer by passion. With a knack for building, growing, and getting things done, Robbie has turned this one-acre patch in Brackendale into a thriving, hands-on haven for fresh produce and local connection. He lives on site with his wife and their loyal dog Jasper, who keeps a close eye on visitors and an even closer one on the veggie beds and chicken coop. A few good friends often pitch in, making Brackyard a laid-back, collaborative space that’s rooted in the land and the community.

Who We're Looking For

You thrive in small-scale intensive farming, enjoy developing systems, and care deeply about local food. You bring practical experience, initiative, and a genuine desire to contribute to the farm’s long-term vision.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2+ seasons of organic vegetable production experience
• Ability to efficiently run or support small farm operations while meeting production and sales goals
• Knowledge of regenerative practices, soil health, and season extension
• Experience managing greenhouses/tunnels and implementing proactive pest control
• Ability to work independently and lead helpers or volunteers
• Strong organization, time management, and tidy workflow
• Reliable record keeping; willingness to learn simple planning software
• Community-minded and committed to high-quality food production

Working Conditions

• Outdoor work in all weather
• Kneeling, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs
• Repetitive tasks during peak season
• Highly seasonal workload patterns

Key Responsibilities – Production & Crop Care
• Seeding, transplanting, weeding, pruning, mulching
• Greenhouse and field oversight
• Pest and disease scouting and proactive management
• Irrigation scheduling and troubleshooting

Harvest & Post-Harvest
• Lead weekly harvests with consistent quality
• Wash, pack, and prepare produce for farm stand and direct sales
• Maintain clean, efficient wash/pack workflow

Farm Stand & Sales
• Stock and maintain the Brackyard Farm Stand
• Assist with signage, pricing, and light marketing
• Support weekly sales

Team & Community
• Train and support farm hands or seasonal help
• Coordinate volunteers
• Engage with community members professionally

Systems, Infrastructure & Planning
• Maintain tools, irrigation lines, and small infrastructure
• Track inventory and supplies
• Maintain seeding, amendment, and harvest records
• Support long-term planning and Paradise Valley expansion

Compensation

• $26/hr starting wage (based on experience)
• All the veggies you can eat for personal consumption
• Potential on-site housing for the right candidate

Eligibility
• Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Valid driver’s licence preferred

Position Details

• Season: March–October (possible winter extension)
• Hours: 32–40 hrs/week (seasonal)
• Location: Primarily Brackendale, with some work in Paradise Valley

How to Apply

Send your resume and cover letter to:
brackyardfarm@gmail.com
Subject: Farm Manager Application – Brackyard Farm

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