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: Baker
Baker
Location: New Buffalo, MI
Application Close Date: Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Hours: Part or full time available
Start Date: Position available now or spring 2026
About Farmette:
Farmette is a small farm, marketplace, bakery + cafe 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 + event space carrying local and sustainable produce, flowers, coffee, prepared foods, home goods and more.
In the role of Baker, you will keep our marketplace stocked with fresh baked products like sourdough bread, focaccia, cookies + fruit hand pies.
Responsibilities
You’ll report to our Kitchen Manager + Baker, along with the entire small Farmette team.
- Support the bakery program by keeping the marketplace stocked with fresh baked products.
- Tasks involve mixing + shaping dough, measuring ingredients, making cookies, bread, focaccia + hand pies, baking and washing dishes.
- Maintain quality and consistency of the bakery program.
- Keep a clean, sanitary workspace, storage and refrigeration.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- No baking experience necessary, we can train.
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a team-driven environment. We are a respectful and positive work environment.
- Reliability a must
- Able to work independently, focused and self-driven.
- 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 and customers
- Be able to handle the physical work of baking.
- Occasionally lift and move up to 50 lbs.
- Reach, bend and stoop frequently
- Make cleanliness and food safety a top priority.
- Live within a reasonable driving distance to Farmette and have access to reliable transportation.
- We are a non-smoking workplace for the safety of our on-site farm.
TO APPLY
- Email hello@farmettemichigan.com with subject “Baker”
- 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.
Hiring: Customer Service
Hiring: Customer Service
Location: New Buffalo, MI
Application Close Date: Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Hours: Open to full or part time
Start Date: Available now or seasonal Spring/Summer 2026
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.
Farmette’s cafe features sustainably farmed coffee, cold brew + nitro, espresso, wine and other specials. Our marketplace is stocked with sustainable products including house-made sourdough breads, farm-fresh produce, prepared foods, wine, beer, grocery + home items. As the customer service associate you will help customers at the register, restock inventory, supplies and baked items.
Responsibilities
You’ll report directly to Farmette’s founder Katie Burdett and collaborate with the entire small Farmette team.
- Customer service: maintain a positive, friendly, calm + welcoming environment for all staff, customers and vendors.
- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures for the cafe and marketplace.
- Operate our POS system for taking orders and payment.
- Stocking inventory
- Maintain quality and consistency of culinary products.
- Keep a clean, sanitary workspace, storage + refrigeration.
- Accept deliveries, check for accuracy of orders, input inventory + recycle boxes.
- Communicate + coordinate with the kitchen + farm team about inventory, customer feedback, etc.
- Keep all spaces in compliance with all local health codes.
- Learn about all of our products to assist clients with purchasing.
- Outdoor maintenance (cleaning/drying outdoor furniture for guests, opening and closing umbrellas).
- Other duties as assigned and desired
Requirements
- Customer Service experience preferable
- 17+ years old to be able to sell alcohol
- A passion for sustainable products.
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a team-driven environment. We are a respectful and positive work environment.
- Reliability a must.
- Able to work independently, focused and self-driven.
- Detail oriented.
- 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.
- Make cleanliness and food safety a top priority.
- Live within a reasonable driving distance to New Buffalo and have access to reliable transportation.
- We are a non-smoking workplace for the safety of our on-site farm.
TO APPLY
- Email hello@farmettemichigan.com with the subject line “Customer Service”
- 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.
Hiring: Barista
Barista
Location: New Buffalo, MI
Application Close Date: Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Hours: Part time or Full time
Start Date: Available now or seasonal Spring/Summer 2026
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 Barista, you'll support our cafe and marketplace by making coffee drinks, utilizing our tap system, stocking the cafe and providing friendly customer service to our customers. Farmette’s cafe features sustainably farmed coffee, cold brew + nitro, espresso, wine and other specials. Our marketplace is stocked with sustainable products including house-made sourdough breads, farm-fresh produce, prepared foods, wine, beer, grocery + home items.
Responsibilities
You’ll report directly to the Cafe Manager and collaborate with the entire small Farmette team.
- Customer service: maintain a positive, friendly, calm + welcoming environment for all staff, customers and vendors.
- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures
- Prepare drinks on farmette’s cafe menu
- Operate our POS system for taking orders and payment.
- Keep farmette clean and fully stocked.
- Maintain quality and consistency of culinary products.
- Keep a clean, sanitary workspace, storage + refrigeration.
- Accept deliveries, check for accuracy of orders, input inventory + recycle boxes.
- Keep all spaces in compliance with all local health codes.
- Learn about all of our products to assist clients with purchasing.
- Other duties as assigned and desired
Requirements
- At least 1 year of customer service experience. Barista experience not needed, we will provide training.
- A passion for sustainable products.
- Ability to work quickly and multi-task
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a team-driven environment. We are a respectful and positive work environment.
- Reliability a must.
- Able to work independently, focused and self-driven.
- Detail oriented.
- 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.
- Make cleanliness and food safety a top priority.
- Live within a reasonable driving distance to New Buffalo and have access to reliable transportation.
- We are a non-smoking workplace for the safety of our on-site farm.
TO APPLY
- Email hello@farmettemichigan.com with the subject line "Barista"
- Explain your interest in the position
- Attach Your Resume
- List your availability
- 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.
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.