Field-to-Table Hydroponic Grower II

Biltmore; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Biltmore in Asheville, NC is seeking a Field to Table Staff II to support hydroponic greenhouse crop production for our culinary teams. You will work with leadership and Food & Beverage to coordinate needs, timelines, and costs, while providing general assistance as required.

Role focuses on sowing, monitoring plant health, harvesting and packaging, and maintaining lab data and inventory, with a schedule typical 8:30am–4:30pm. Requires basic HS diploma and willingness to obtain pesticide license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; pesticide license preferred or obtainable.
• 1 year of related experience; vegetable/fruit production/hydroponics preferred.
• Must identify signs of disease and stress in plants; recognize hydroponic system issues.
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent guest service mindset and professional communication, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Sowing and planting lettuces, herbs, flowers, and micro greens.
• Monitor crops for water needs, nutrients, pests, diseases, and general care.
• Harvest and package crops in premium condition.
• Deliver crops timely and maintain product quality.
• Collect monthly water samples and prepare for shipment to lab.
• Enter lab results into Nutrient Calculator Spreadsheet.
• Dose raceways per NC recommendations; manage nutrient inventory.
• Assist team members, customers, and guests courteously.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Planning

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

NC pesticide applicator's license

Tools

Excel

Access

Word

Outlook

Job description

Biltmore in Asheville, NC is seeking a Field to Table Staff II to support hydroponic greenhouse crop production for our culinary teams. You will work with leadership and Food & Beverage to coordinate needs, timelines, and costs, while providing general assistance as required.

Role focuses on sowing, monitoring plant health, harvesting and packaging, and maintaining lab data and inventory, with a schedule typical 8:30am–4:30pm. Requires basic HS diploma and willingness to obtain pesticide license.