Field to Table Staff II - Reserve

BWM Biltmore Workforce Management; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Biltmore is seeking a Field to Table Staff II to assist with hydroponic crop production for culinary teams. You will closely coordinate with program leadership and F&B to determine needs, yield, and production timelines and costs.

The role requires high school diploma, 1 year of related experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; NC pesticide license may be required/recommended. Schedule generally 8:30am–4:30pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; additional education/certifications preferred; pesticide license may be required.
• One year related experience; vegetable/fruit production a plus.
• Identify disease/stress signs in plants.
• Recognize functionality issues in hydroponic systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel/Access/Word/Outlook).
• Strong guest-service mindset and professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Sow/plant lettuces, herbs, flowers, and micro greens.
• Monitor water needs, nutrients, pests, and diseases.
• Harvest and package crops ensuring quality.
• Adhere to Food Safety guidelines.
• Deliver crops on time in premium condition.
• Assist team, guests, and customers courteously.
• Collect monthly water samples and prep for lab shipment.
• Enter lab results into Nutrient Calculator.

Skills

Plant care

Pest monitoring

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

data entry

Education

High school diploma

NC pesticide applicator license (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Field to Table Staff II works within a small team to assist with the production of hydroponically greenhouse grown crops for our Biltmore culinary teams. Staff works closely with program leadership and Food & Beverage teams to determine needs, yield, and coordinate production time-lines and costs. In addition, the incumbent will provide general assistance and support for leadership, the department, and company as required. Schedule can vary, but is generally 8:30am - 4:30pm.

Essential Job Duties

• 1. Sowing and planting of lettuces, herbs and flowers, and micro greens.
• 2. Monitor crops for water needs, nutrient deficiencies, pests, diseases, general care needs.
• 3. Harvest and package crops with discernment for product quality
• 4. Understand and comply with all Food Safety requirements and guidelines
• 5. Deliver crops in timely manner and in premium condition.
• 6. Assist team members, customers, and guests in a courteous and professional manner.
• 7. Collect monthly water samples and prepare for shipment to lab
• 8. Accurately enter lab results into Nutrient Calculator Spreadsheet
• 9. Accurately dose raceways as per NCS recommendations.
• 10. Inventory nutrients for ordering

Qualifications

• 1. High school diploma required. Additional education, training, and/or certification(s) preferred. Must be able to obtain NC pesticide applicator's license.
• 2. One (1) year of related experience. Equivalent combination of education/experience may be considered. Preferred candidate will have experience in vegetable/fruit production and hydroponic production techniques.
• 3. Should be able to identify signs of disease and stress in plants
• 4. Should be able to recognize functionality issues in a variety of hydroponic systems
• 5. Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook
• 6. Demonstrated commitment to delivery of world class internal/external guest service.
• 7. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written; able to convey information clearly, concisely. Represents Biltmore professionally with internal/external guests.
• 8. Excellent planning, time management, and organizational skills; prioritizes work, and can adapt.
• 9. Proactive, exercises good judgment; troubleshoots and problem solves.

Physical Requirements

• 1. Ability to walk/stand for extended periods of time.
• 2. Must be able to repetitively lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• 3. Ability to kneel, stoop, bend, and reach overhead and below.
• 4. Works in greenhouse environment and outdoors in all types of weather with fluctuations in temperature and conditions; exposure to dust, dirt, pollen, chemicals, and particulates.
• 5. Manual dexterity with the ability to safely operate hand and powered gardening and harvest tools, farm tractor with loader, and standard transmission vehicles.
• 6. Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.

Biltmore is interested in people who strive for excellence; who are committed to working together, supporting each other, and sharing a sense of stewardship to protect this special place. Our employees shape and enrich extraordinary experiences for guests, using judgment and skills based on our Vanderbilt-inspired legacy of hospitality. We invite you to join our dedicated team.

An offer of employment is conditional upon the result of a security background check, reference checks, and—for certain positions—a drug screen, a physical examination, credit report, and/or driving record report prior to the commencement of employment.