Work with us: Fall 2023

Update 8/15/23: positions have been filled, thank you!

*For 2024 farm crew positions based in Orwigsburg, we will open applications soon. Please fill out this quick form and we will reach out when we're hiring! 

To apply for the farmer's market position:

We will be in touch for phone interviews soon. If you have any questions after reading the description, don't hesitate to reach to out to info@katydidhill.com! 


Katydid Hill is a farmer owned herbal tea farm and apothecary where we are committed to growing 100% of the herbs in our teas and elixirs. We grow herbs on 6 acres in Orwigsburg, Pa, process everything by hand in our certified kitchen, and sell primarily at farmers markets, on our webstore, and to small shops and grocers. This year we’ll be a tiny crew of 3-5 people working together to keep all aspects of the farm business running. Chamomile is our favorite crop to grow around here, and we specialize in crafting the most aromatic and flavorful cup of chamomile tea you’ve ever had. We believe that the flavor is the medicine and craft each blend to delight, uplift, or simply meet you where you are at. 

Katydid Hill is co-owned by Katelyn and Ben, partners in love and farming, and grew out of Tooth of the Lion Farm - an herb farm established by Katelyn in 2016. The change in farm name represents a refocusing of our product line, as well as a realignment of our farm values in celebration of love and connection. We are excited to be going into our seventh season, with both solid systems in place and a few new exciting projects that we’ve got planned.

 

Position: Farmers Market Assistant 

You will meet the Katydid crew at one of our markets in Philly - we vend at the Rittenhouse Square and Clark Park farmers markets. You will either work side by side with one of the crew or work your own market solo. This is a fun, people and community oriented position - you’ll be an important part of enthusiastically promoting the mission of our farm and generally be a badass guide to herbal tea.

Schedule / location:

Based in Philly. Flexibility to work either Rittenhouse Square or Clark Park is required. We would love to host you for a day at the farm for paid training if possible!

  • Seasonal position, start immediately through December 23rd. Option to continue in spring for 2024 season starting in March.
  • Saturdays only, approx 7:30 am to 3:30 pm; hours change slightly seasonally 
  • Time off market hours must be scheduled in advance
  • Option to take on other nearby markets may be available 

 

Responsibilities: 

  • Support all aspects of our weekly farmers markets, keeping a pulse on sales, getting to know our regulars, and chatting enthusiastically and knowledgeably about our tea and elixir blends.
  • Be a guide for folks of all walks of life who are interested in herbal teas and elixirs; meet them where they’re at and offer appropriate recommendations; serve them some tea samples!
  • Keep market stands simple, clear, consistent, educational and helpful
  • Follow all health department regulations 
  • Maintain accurate sales records and market reports

Required Qualifications:

  • At least one year experience in customer service, retail or service industry
  • A passion for local food systems, local herbal medicine
  • Comfort with numbers and making change
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs above your waist, be willing to work in all weather conditions, and able to move around in awkward places and be able to stand on your feet for extended periods of time

Important Personal Attributes and Experience:

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced market environment
  • Strong communication and time management skills; ability to give and receive feedback
  • A strong work ethic and a strong self care and community care value
  • Outgoing/extroverted personality who sincerely enjoys chatting with folks, sharing and educating about herbs; and comfortable in being a shameless, unabashed enthusiast of our farm’s mission

Beneficial Attributes and Experience:

  • Education, experience or demonstrated interest in herbal medicine
  • Farm work or volunteer experience
  • Knowledge or experience of Shopify or POS systems

Compensation:

$15/hr base pay plus market commission; staff discounts

To apply: