We are currently seeking the ideal candidate to fill the position of: 

Market Garden Facilitator

Black Creek Community Farm (BCCF) is an 8-acre urban farm rooted in the heart of the Jane and Finch neighbourhood in Toronto. We are a Black-led, community-driven program of FoodShare Toronto, and a leader in Toronto’s dynamic urban agriculture and community food sector.

BCCF is committed to building strong, equitable food systems by providing healthy food, training, and employment opportunities rooted in sustainability and cultural relevance. As a community anchor in Jane-Finch and the largest urban farm in Toronto, we serve as both a food security hub and a model of urban agriculture.

Accommodations:

If you require accommodation when navigating the application process, please contact: hr@foodshare.net.

Main Tasks: 

The BCCF Market Garden Facilitator is responsible for supporting the implementation of the day-to-day operations of the organic vegetable farm, which includes: seedling and crop production; harvest sales and marketing; mentoring farm trainees; and community-building with farm volunteers and customers. More broadly, this position will work closely with the Farm Manager and Sr. Coordinator of Market Garden & Social Enterprise towards the goal of improving the efficiency, productivity, and profitability of the farm in the context of the mission of BCCF.  

Note: If you do not have the qualifications listed, but you think this job is perfect for you, we would still love to see your application.

Duties include (but are not limited to): 

• Crop Production and Harvest
• Collaborate with Market Garden staff to facilitate and carry out all aspects of crop production, including greenhouse seeding and seedling management, field preparation, transplanting, direct seeding, weeding, irrigating, harvesting, and post-harvest handling
• Safely use farm tools and implements, ensuring tools are safely stored at the end of each shift 
• Follow crop plans, seeding schedules, and harvesting instructions, with support from the Farm Coordinator 

Facilitation

• Lead and/or co-facilitate the welcoming engagement and workshops for visitors, volunteers, community members, students, and corporate groups 
• Support a safe workspace in the field, greenhouses, tool storage areas, coolers, and wash stations by following safety & storage guidelines and contributing to cleaning routines

Outreach/Marketing

• Collaborate with Market Garden and Value-Added team on outreach activities to support the sale, marketing, and communication of the harvest and value-added products, for CSA pickups, wholesale orders, on-site farm stand, and selling in the Jane/Finch Community and surrounding areas
• Drive farm vehicle (large van) throughout the city, run errands, handle logistics of deliveries, and pick up supplies
• Support advertising tasks, including content creation for media and communications to be shared on our upcoming events and programs, and contributing to weekly social media posts (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin) and monthly e-newsletters using platforms such as Canva

Administrative

• Assist with record-keeping (planting logs, crop yields, volunteer hours, etc.) and ensure the organic certification of the farm 
• Support the purchasing of program materials and supplies, track purchases and receipts, and support project bookkeeping
• Process payments, track income and expenses, and follow up with clients by sending confirmation emails, creating invoices, and sending feedback forms
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly program updates, the annual report, and other funding-related progress reports
• Track program metrics and deliverables in Program Log

General

• Adhere to Foodshare and BCCF’s policies and health and safety procedures
• Attend BCCF staff meetings and staff training, scheduled team meetings and check-ins 
• Participate in farm-wide initiatives and events 
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience 

• Demonstrated commitment to principles of food justice
• At least 2+ years of work experience with organic market gardening techniques on a  vegetable farm
• At least 2+ years of experience in implementing a field crop plan
• At least 1+ year of experience managing and growing in a four-season greenhouse
• At least 1+ year of experience in customer service
• Available to work evenings and weekend shifts at BCCF and offsite markets
• Class “G” Ontario Driver's License, with a clean driving record, and comfortable driving large vehicles
• Experience volunteering, working, or partnering with Black Creek Community Farm, an asset
• Demonstrated facilitation skills for diverse groups with the ability to think quickly and creatively problem-solve during workshops, tours, or group activities
• Competency using BCS tractor, implements and/or a handheld tractor is an asset
• Desire and passion for working outdoors, with seasonally heavy workloads and public interaction
• Strong communication and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience living or working in the Black Creek/Jane-Finch neighbourhood is an asset
• Lived experience of challenges faced in under-resourced communities, such as discrimination based upon BIPOC identity, income disparity, food insecurity, or other experiences - an asset
• Must be legally authorised to work in Canada
• Familiar and proficient with G-Suite (Google Drive, Sheets, Docs, Calendar, Gmail), Microsoft Office, Adobe, and computer applications

Note: If you do not meet all of the above criteria, but you do think this job is perfect for you, we would still love to see your application. 

Job Requirements:

• Regularly working evening and weekend shifts as well as occasional holidays during the main farming season to staff volunteer shifts, events, and markets
• Class “G” Ontario Driver's License, with a clean driving record, comfortable driving large vehicles (Drivers Abstract may be required)
• A willingness to learn and a keen interest in ecological small-scale farming
• Repetitive, physical tasks such as bending, crouching, lifting, and reaching 
• Full shifts standing and working on your feet   
• Use of hand tools and mechanised equipment 
• Regularly lifting 50+ lbs 
• Attention to detail, ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Full shifts working outdoors in all kinds of weather (heat, sun, rain, cold)
• The main work location for this position is Black Creek Community Farm, 4929 Jane St. Other locations will include travel and regular shifts at farmers' markets throughout the city, with the ability to work from home on some administrative tasks with the supervisor’s prior approval

• Working outdoors in all kinds of weather (heat, sun, rain, cold)

Total Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $26.00/hr
• Benefits: 4 weeks paid vacation per year, prorated based on start date, Health Benefit Reimbursement Up to $1,000 per calendar year, prorated based on start date, 20 paid wellness days/sick leave per year, prorated based on start date

• Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract (37.5 hours per week)
• Duration / Anticipated start date: June 2026 - November 2026
• Reports to: BCCF Sr. Coordinator of Market Garden & Social Enterprise

• Location(s) of Position: On-site at the Black Creek Community Farm, 4929 Jane Street, and off-site working regular shifts at farmers' markets throughout the city as needed.

* Note that as part of Black Creek Community Farm’s commitment to equity, all staff get equal pay for equal work. As a result salaries and benefits are non-negotiable.

TO APPLY: Please submit your resume and cover letter by 12:00pm on Thursday June 4 , 2026.

Selection Process:

1. The selection process begins with an initial screening of application materials conducted by FoodShare’s HR team. This process takes at least 2 weeks from the application deadline.
2. The hiring committee will review the applications that pass the initial screening and decide which to invite to interview. This process usually takes about 1 week.
3. The hiring committee will conduct first round interviews with selected candidates. Candidates will be sent the interview questions 48 hours in advance of their scheduled interview. Candidates are welcome, but not expected or required, to send any questions they have for the hiring committee in advance of the interview. These usually occur about 4 weeks after the application deadline.
4. An additional task (such as preparing a sample workshop outline) and/or interview may be included if deemed necessary by the hiring committee.
5. HR will conduct reference checks for the candidate they intend to extend an offer to. This process usually takes about 1 week.
6. HR will send the selected candidate an Employment Agreement, which the candidate will have time to review and return.

In recognition of the time and labour of preparing for and attending an interview, BCCF financially compensates interviewees at a fixed rate of $75 per interview.

Please note:

Black Creek Community Farm is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status or any other legally-protected factors.

If you feel you need accommodation during the application process, please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources hr@foodshare.net at your earliest convenience. You will also be briefed on FoodShare’s policies regarding accommodation and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.