Cornucopia Employment Application

Employment Application

Use this form to apply for a seasonal position with Cornucopia Farm

Cornucopia Farm is primarily open on the following schedule:

September Hours:
Fridays 10-8
Saturdays 10-7
Sundays 1-7

October Hours:
Wed & Thurs 5-8
Fridays 10-8
Saturdays 10-7
Sundays 1-7

Daytime hours for certain positions are available and can be somewhat flexible. Please thoughtfully consider our hours and your availability before applying.
Must be 14 years or older to apply.

Contact Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
About You
Are you 18 Years or older?*

YesNo
How old are you?
Are you currently enrolled in a high school, vocational school or college/university?*

YesNo
Please provide details on your school/college name and your grade and/or area of study:
Are you a parent of a student?*

YesNo
What are your fall break dates and are you available to work during the school break?
Please describe skills, strengths, and talents you would utilize as a Cornucopia Farm team member:*
Do you have any allergies or other situations that would prevent you from working outdoors in heat, cold, dust, near hay, straw, grain, animals, insects, etc.?*
Please describe any previous experience you have had with outdoor or farm work:*
Were you referred for a position with Cornucopia Farm?*

YesNo
Who referred you to Cornucopia Farm?
Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian Name

First NameLast Name
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Work Availability
Some prep, cleaning, and picking occur during the week in addition to the hours we are open on the weekends (No one will be scheduled before noon on Sundays). Please mark ALL days you are available to work:*

SundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Please mark the time(s) of day you are available (check all that apply):*

Mornings ( 9:00am - 1:00pm)Afternoons (12:00pm - 5:00pm)Evenings (5:00pm - 9:00pm)
How many hours can you work weekly?*
Our fall break day is October 7th - are you available to work that day?*

Yup, All dayNo10:00am - 3:00pm3:00pm - 8:00pm
Seasonal work sometimes exceeds an 8hr day - are you willing and/or able to accommodate that as needed?*

YesNo
Work Interests
Please Note: Most of our staff members are expected to be cross-trained in several areas and have the flexibility to work in multiple areas. We will provide required training.
Please check up to FOUR preferred positions that you are willing and able to do. Note: the minimum age is 14. Some positions may require a driver's license.*

Admissions: Greet and welcome guests to the farm. Scan admission tickets. Be willing to operate a Point of Sale (POS) system. Need to have great customer service skills and knowledge of the overall farm activities. (Weekends, weeknights in Oct.)Produce picking: Picking produce from the field. Cleaning and staging produce within the market. Requires possible lifting up to 50lbs. (Weekday afternoons/evenings & weekends)Farm Market Hospitality: Provide great customer service skills, knowledge of the overall farm activities, and have the ability to operate a POS system. Required ability to lift. (Mon-Fri 9:00am - 2:00pm, Weekends, Weeknights in Oct.)Field Trip Guide: Lead tours of the farm for elementary and preschool children. Training provided. Will also cross-train as a cashier to assist in the Farm Market. Tractor driving ability is a plus! (Mon-Fri 9:00am - 2:00pm)Tractor Driver: Drive tractor pulling hayride trailer. Prior experience driving a manual tractor is required and one must have strong safety consciousness. Must have good rapport working with children and be willing to interact with the public. Must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license. (Mon-Fri 9:00am - 2:00pm, Weekends, weeknights in Oct.)Weekend Parking Crew: Assist guests in the parking lot. Direct traffic. Help keep pumpkin barrows returned to the building. (Weekends)Cornucopia Cafe: Prepare and sell food items, ensure cleanliness, and operate a cash register. Assist as needed with bakery prep. (Weekends)Snack Station: Prepare our signature Caramel Apple Nachos and Apple Cider Slushes. Engage with guests to sample our homemade Fudge. Cut and box fudge for guests. Have the ability to operate a POS system, and provide great customer service. (Please note that all our fudge is made with, or comes in contact with peanuts, tree nuts, coconut, wheat, milk and other allergens.)Bakery Prep: Prepare bakery items such as caramel apples, pumpkin rolls, pumpkin bread, fudge, and assist with making donuts. (Weekdays - during the day or afternoon/evenings; Early Saturday AMDonut Maker: Be primarily responsible for making donuts before and during the weekend. Must be 16yrs or older. (Weekends).Cleaning/Restocking Crew: General maintenance of buildings and trash pickup around the farm, cleaning/restocking restrooms, restocking drinks, and other market items as needed. (Weekdays & Weekend shifts available)Petting Farm Coordinator: Provide guests with animal feed for the petting farm animals. Answer questions and provide great customer service. Will need to have the ability to operate a POS system and have a general knowledge of/and be comfortable working around animals. Will also be responsible for general maintenance and cleaning of the animal pens. (Weekends, weeknights in Oct.)Cow Train Driver: Drive the tractor pulling the cow train. Prior experience driving a manual tractor is required and must have a strong safety consciousness. Must have good rapport working with children. Must be 16 or older with a valid driver's license. (Weekends, weeknights in Oct.)Corn Cannon Director: Operate the corn cannon in a fun and interactive manner, with a strong consciousness for safety. Must be 16 or older. (Weekends, weeknights in Oct.)Sunflower Field /U-Pick Flower Assistant: Welcome guests to the Sunflower and Zinnia fields and provide flower handling assistance as needed. (Fri-Sun in Sept)Cornucopia Cafe - Grill Master: Prepare the burgers and other grilled items for the Cafe. Will train on how to use the propane grill. Crosstraining for other Cafe prep work will also be provided. (Weekends)
Closing Comments
Please Note and Understand the following before Submitting your Application

This is primarily an outdoor, farm work environment. Staff are expected to come prepared to work outdoors. Several positions may also require standing for long periods of time.

Seasonal temperatures can range from 30 to 95 degrees

We provide meals, drinks, snacks, and a t-shirt

Hours are weather dependent
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