Farm(ette)
Farmette is a farm, marketplace, bakery + cafe. Our no-till, no-spray, Earth-friendly farm grows fresh greens, herbs + flowers.
Marketplace
Sustainable grocery, local fruit + veg, prepared foods, pantry items, wine, beer and fresh flowers.
Curated gift boxes available.
Bakery
We bake fresh sourdough bread, focaccia and a variety of seasonal treats each morning.
We recommend visiting early for the best selection of bakery items. We do sell out each day.
Current sourdough bread menu:
Plain, Castelvetrano Olive, Dark Rye, Chocolate, Cranberry Pumpkin, Tahini Sesame, Focaccia
Cafe
Grab a cup of farmer-direct coffee while you shop our marketplace or lounge next to the farm.
In our cafe you'll find coffee drinks, kombucha, wine, beer + cold brew. Croissants and muffins from local bakery Bit of Swiss can be found in the cafe.
Outdoor seating
Lounge next to the farm with your bestie and a cold brew.
Well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome outside.
Work with us
Hiring: Janitor + Dishwasher
Janitor + Dishwasher
Location: New Buffalo, MI
Application Close Date: Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Hours: Full time or part time available, year-round
Start Date: Flexible start date
About Farmette:
Farmette is a small farm, marketplace, cafe + bakery in New Buffalo, Michigan. Our core mission is to support 100% sustainable food culture. We love our small business community along the shores of Lake Michigan and aim to uplift and enhance our unique area. We are an inclusive marketplace carrying local and sustainable produce, flowers, coffee, prepared foods, home goods and more.
As the Janitor + Dishwasher, you'll take the lead on keeping Farmette’s entire facility clean and maintained.
Responsibilities
You’ll report directly to the General Manager + Farmette’s founder Katie Burdett, and collaborate with the entire small Farmette team.
- Dishwashing: Washing, rinsing, sanitizing, drying and restocking.
- Cleaning: This includes laundry, bathroom, floors, rugs, walls, windows, sinks, tables, surfaces, equipment and all indoor + outdoor areas. This includes both deep cleaning and maintaining regular cleaning schedules.
- Trash and waste management: Collect and dispose of trash and recycling, maintain trash and recycling receptacles, and ensure the area is free of debris.
- Restocking: Accept packages, maintain and restock all facilities with necessary supplies.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements.
- Able to work both independently and as a team. We are a respectful and positive work environment.
- Reliability a must.
- Detail oriented and work with a sense of urgency.
- Open to feedback with the understanding that the whole team is working towards the same goal.
- Keep a positive and professional attitude with co-workers, customers + vendors.
- Be able to handle the physical work of being on your feet, walking, talking + cleaning.
- Occasionally lift and move up to 50 lbs. Reach, bend and stoop frequently.
- Live within a reasonable driving distance to New Buffalo and have access to reliable transportation.
- Prioritize safety and security and lock all doors during closed hours.
- We are a non-smoking workplace for the safety of our on-site farm.
TO APPLY
- Email hello@farmettemichigan.com with subject “Janitor + Dishwasher”
- Explain your interest in the position
- Attach Your Resume
- Share two professional references
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Farmette is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workplace. We hire qualified candidates and make all employment-related decisions based on job-related qualifications, without regard to characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law. Se habla español.
FAQ's
Will you be open year-round?
We plan to stay open year-round with some small breaks sprinkled in. We keep our newsletter,website and social media up-to-date on our current hours.
Can I host my event at Farmette?
Farmette is able to occasionally host casual private events with a guest capacity of 50 people. Please fill out this form to get the conversation started.
Can I pre-order items from Farmette - like your bread?
We are currently not accepting pre-orders of any kind.
Do you have custom gifting services?
We do! We are happy to curate unique gift boxes for your friends, family, lovers, co-workers, corporations, small businesses and beyond. Send us an email to get the conversation started.
Is the farm organic?
We are not certified organic but we do use all the same growing practices. We are no-till, no-spray and always Earth-friendly. Feel free to ask us any specific questions!
Will farmette donate to my event/fundraiser?
Thank you so much for thinking of farmette. At this time we have already allocated our donation budget for 2025 and are no longer accepting donation requests.
Will you carry my product at farmette?
Please fill out this form and we will be in touch if your product is a good fit.
Do you have a sandwich menu?
We do not make sandwiches but our friends David's Deli + Whistlestop Grocery make excellent sandwiches! You'll find plenty of grab + go snack options in our marketplace.