About the role
Description
The Blake’s Orchard Inc. U-Pick Attendant is the face of our u-pick experience, guiding guests through one of the most beloved and hands-on activities our farm has to offer. This role is responsible for welcoming guests to the u-pick fields, explaining the picking process, processing purchases at checkout, and ensuring a positive, informative experience from arrival to departure. The U-Pick Attendant works across all applicable u-pick crops throughout the spring, summer, and fall seasons, serving as a knowledgeable and enthusiastic ambassador for what’s growing on the farm.
Seasonal Crops Overview
U-Pick Attendants are expected to develop familiarity with each crop and its corresponding season. Current u-pick offerings include, but are not limited to:
Spring — Tulips and strawberries
Summer — Lavender and various produce
Late Summer — Sunflowers and seasonal produce
Fall — Pumpkins, Apples and seasonal produce
Additional crops and offerings may be introduced throughout the season. Attendants will be kept informed of what is available and ready for picking at any given time.
Responsibilities and Duties
Greet guests upon arrival to the u-pick area and provide a friendly, informative introduction to the experience
Explain the u-pick process clearly, including picking guidelines, container options, pricing structure, and any rules specific to the crop or field
Educate guests on the current crops available, how to identify ripe or ready-to-pick produce and flowers, and proper harvesting techniques to avoid damage
Share seasonal knowledge about what’s growing on the farm to enhance the guest experience and encourage curiosity
Accurately weigh, count, or measure guest selections based on the pricing method for each crop
Process guest purchases using the point-of-sale system, handling cash, card, and any other accepted payment methods
Provide correct change and receipts as applicable, maintaining accuracy in all transactions
Maintain an organized and well-stocked checkout area throughout the shift
Communicate current pricing, promotions, and any purchasing limits to guests at checkout
Keep the u-pick entrance, checkout station, and surrounding areas clean, tidy, and visually welcoming
Restock containers, bags, or baskets used for picking as needed
Stay up to date on daily crop availability, field closures, and any changes to the u-pick offerings
Support fellow team members during high-traffic periods to ensure a smooth guest experience
Represent the farm with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a passion for agriculture and the outdoors
Education, Skills & Knowledge
Outgoing, approachable personality with a passion for working with people and spending time outdoors
Strong communication skills and the ability to explain processes clearly to guests of all ages
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions throughout the spring, summer, and fall seasons
Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods of time
Basic math skills and comfort handling cash transactions and operating a point-of-sale system
Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple guests and tasks simultaneously
Working Conditions
This is a seasonal, primarily outdoor position. U-Pick Attendants must be comfortable working in sun, heat, and other seasonal weather conditions for the duration of their shift. Availability on weekends is strongly preferred, as u-pick activities tend to draw the highest guest traffic on Saturdays and Sundays. Scheduling varies by crop season and farm activity, with peak periods occurring during spring flower season, the summer harvest, and fall pumpkin season.
Be a team player and adhere to the Blake Family Mission Statement “Growing Good Times and Memories for Every Generation” and embody our core values:
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Whatever it takes
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Help each other be successful
A - Accountable to one another T - Treat customers like guests in our homes and employees like family Additional Duties:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by your supervisors.
The Blake’s family of companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.