Job Posting:

Flower Farm Employee

Location: Nugents Corner area, outskirts of Bellingham
Position Type: 2 seasonal positions (with potential to grow into year-round)
Hours: Part-time-10-14hrs per week. Full-time 28-30 hrs per week Mon-Thur.
Pay: DOE (starting $20-24hr)

Applications close: Feb 1 with start date of March 1.

About the Farm

We are a 10-acre flower farm in the beautiful foothills outside Bellingham, working to restore former organic vegetable land into a thriving, blooming paradise. Our focus is on growing high-quality cut flowers for local wholesale accounts, farmers markets, weddings, and on-farm events. As the farm expands, we are looking for enthusiastic, hardworking individuals to join our small team and help bring more locally grown blooms to Whatcom County.

Position Overview

The Flower Farm Employee will assist with daily farm operations involved in cut-flower production. This is a hands-on, outdoor position ideal for someone who enjoys physical work, plants, and being part of a growing local business. Willingness to work in all outdoor conditions.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Planting, seeding, and transplanting flowers

  • Harvesting cut flowers and foliage

  • Weeding, mulching, bed preparation, and irrigation tasks

  • Assisting with greenhouse work and propagation

  • Processing flowers: stripping stems, bunching, and organizing orders

  • Helping prepare bouquets for market days

  • Assisting with local clients when needed

  • General farm maintenance and cleanup

  • Assist with on farm events

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

  • Comfortable with repetitive physical labor (lifting, bending, standing for long periods)

  • Reliable transportation to the farm

  • Strong attention to detail and care in handling delicate flowers

  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn

  • Ability to follow directions and work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred but Not Required:

  • Previous farming experience

  • Interest in flowers and growing

  • Experience working with tools and small equipment

  • Knowledge of plant care or organic growing practices

What We’re Looking For

  • Someone passionate about supporting local agriculture

  • A team player who takes pride in their work

  • Flexible and adaptable as farm needs change through the season

  • Love of flowers is a big plus!

Work Environment

This job involves working primarily outside on uneven terrain. Tasks can be fast-paced during peak harvest months. No two days are exactly alike—spring focuses on weeding, planting and greenhouse work, while summer and fall revolve around harvesting and fulfilling orders.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to learn about cut-flower farming and floral design

  • Friendly, small-team atmosphere

  • Potential for increased responsibility as the farm grows

Season Timing

Main season runs March – Nov, with lighter winter hours possible for the right candidate.

How to Apply

Please send:

  • A brief introduction about yourself

  • Relevant experience

  • Your availability (days/hours you can work)

  • Resume if available

to: info@bellinghamflowerfarm.com