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Common Thread Hotels

Cook

Palm Springs, CA · On-site

$20 - $22.50/hr

The Lodge has a modern rustic vibe that carries through to our rooms, communal barn, outdoor fire pit and vegetable garden, accented by a collection of fine art including works by Ruscha, Kelly, Katz ...

Common Thread Hotels

Cook

Palm Springs, CA · On-site

$20 - $22.50/hr

The Lodge has a modern rustic vibe that carries through to our rooms, communal barn, outdoor fire pit and vegetable garden, accented by a collection of fine art including works by Ruscha, Kelly, Katz ...

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How much do vegetable garden jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for vegetable garden in the United States is $21.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a vegetable garden?

A Vegetable Garden job involves planting, maintaining, and harvesting vegetables in a designated garden space. Duties may include soil preparation, watering, pest control, and crop rotation to ensure healthy plant growth. Workers may also manage composting, weed removal, and overall garden upkeep. This role can be found in home gardens, community gardens, farms, or educational settings. It requires basic gardening knowledge, physical stamina, and attention to plant care.

What are some typical daily tasks for a vegetable gardener?

A Vegetable Gardener's daily responsibilities often include soil preparation, planting seeds or seedlings, watering, weeding, and monitoring plant health for signs of pests or disease. You may also be responsible for applying fertilizers, setting up supports for climbing plants, and harvesting mature vegetables. Depending on the garden's size, the role can involve both independent work and collaboration with other gardeners or agricultural specialists. Keeping detailed records of plant growth, rotation, and yield can also be an important part of the job. These tasks help ensure the ongoing success and productivity of the vegetable garden throughout the growing season.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the vegetable garden position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Vegetable Gardener, you need knowledge of plant biology, soil health, pest management, and practical gardening techniques, often gained through hands-on experience or horticultural training. Familiarity with gardening tools, irrigation systems, fertilizers, and potentially organic certification standards is beneficial. Attention to detail, patience, and strong organizational skills are valuable soft skills that help improve yields and maintain garden health. These skills are crucial to successfully growing quality produce, meeting deadlines, and sustaining the productivity of vegetable gardens.

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Infographic showing various Vegetable Garden job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,544 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

Garden Account Manager

Summerhill Landscapes

Sag Harbor, NY • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Vegetable/Fruit Garden Account ManagerWill be responsible for ensuring the vegetable and fruit gardens are maintained to the highest standards of excellence, and that best management practices are applied in all aspects of sustainable gardens. The Account Manager will additionally be responsible for all scheduling ResponsibilitiesManage the project proposal process and act as the primary liaison to existing and new clientsManage overall plant and soil health strategies for the garden to include sustainable gardening practice and integrated pest managementCoordinate the administrative aspects of garden maintenance, including client communication, cultivating new business, marketing, planning, and budget managementWork with architects, clients, contractors, to assist with the design and the installation of vegetable and fruit gardens, structures and pathwaysSupervise distribution of gardening supplies seeds, plant starts, winterization materials, educational materials, ordering tools, and suppliesLead and manage propagation and hoop house/greenhouse work (if applicable)Plant and provide seasonal produce harvests for the kitchenMaintain the health of all plants in the garden including, but not limited to: herbs, heirloom vegetables, fruits, annual and perennial flowers (if applicable)Manage soils and compost, soil texture and composition, soil quality, pH levels, and soil nutrients, fertilizer types and application techniques, produce compost.Clean, organize and maintain garden tools, garden van, and storage facilityMaintain drip irrigation system and the water harvesting systems (cistern and rain barrels) Create and manage all plant labels in the vegetable gardenResponsible for all aspects of garden care: weeding, orchard pruning, thinning fruit, pruning, planting/transplanting, composting, mulching, soil health, insect/disease diagnosis, and treatment management Develop and maintain a garden budget, planting schedule, seasonal records, and other appropriate documentation Communicate regularly with the Chef/Client and Garden team on seed orders, planting, harvest dates, quality control to meet or exceed client expectationsResponsibilitiesEvaluate and report garden results weeklyLead and manage Garden Crew and Interns in the implementation of garden plans, techniques and maintenance duties Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practicesAssist with college recruiting, educational, community, professional and career eventsRequired Knowledge/Skills, Education, and ExperiencePassionate about sustainable food production and applying deep organic principles to garden maintenanceStrong working knowledge of edible garden plants (fruiting vines, fruit trees, vegetables)Direct Summerhill team members to ensure that equipment is operational and safety practices are followed.Certified in integrated pest management for vegetable gardensSafety is paramount follow safety standards for proper clothing, eye, ear, safety gear, and best practices. Strong communication, highly organized and efficient with documentation purchase orders, load dockets, invoices, etc.Represent Summerhill at the highest level always, maintain a high level of composure and good stress managementProficient with Microsoft Office, Smartsheet and Strategic planning and long-range program developmentWork flexible hours in all weather conditions to accommodate the seasonality of the industryAbility to work independently and with others in a fast-paced environmentExtremely detail oriented, excellent communication skills and time managementExperience supervising, promoting cooperation and team building