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Posted 10/17/25: Lead Greenhouse Grower

Position Overview

The Lead Greenhouse Grower is responsible for independently operating and overseeing all greenhouse production systems on our diversified fruit and vegetable farm. This includes propagation for farm use, plants for sale, and microgreen production.

The role requires strong technical skill, daily self-management, and close collaboration with the farm owners and management team. While this is primarily an independent position, the Lead Grower may occasionally coordinate or assist small work crews for larger projects.

Key Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years of greenhouse production experience on a diversified farm.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in:

    • Annual plant propagation

    • Microgreen production

    • Pest and disease identification and management

    • Greenhouse systems operation (heating, irrigation, ventilation)

  • Basic carpentry, mechanical, and maintenance skills.

  • Moderate skill operating a skid steer or similar equipment.

  • Comfortable using digital tools (spreadsheets, shared documents, phone apps) for scheduling, recordkeeping, and inventory.

  • Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.

  • Ability to read and write in English (Spanish proficiency a plus).

  • Self-driven, dependable, and motivated by high standards of quality and community service.

Licensing and Driving Requirements

  • Valid North Carolina driver’s license with a clean driving record (no moving violations within the past three years).

  • Qualified to drive pickup trucks, sprinter vans, and box trucks (under 26,000 GWR).

Personal Attributes

  • Strong sense of responsibility and follow-through.

  • Cooperative, positive attitude; able to work both independently and as part of a team.

  • Enjoys problem-solving, hands-on work, and improving systems.

  • Committed to growing high-quality, sustainably produced food for the community.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to:

  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs to a height of 3–4 feet and load onto shelves, benches, or vehicles.

  • Stand and/or walk for long periods (up to 100% of the workday).

  • Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch.

  • Use hands, arms, and fingers to handle plants, tools, and equipment.

  • Occasionally climb ladders or steps and maintain balance.

  • Operate vehicles for deliveries or errands in varied traffic and weather conditions (rain, fog, snow, heat, cold).

  • Work outdoors and in unheated structures year-round, in all weather conditions.

  • Safely work around and handle soil, water, compost, organic fertilizers, seeds, and agricultural materials used in organic and sustainable practices.

  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

  • Additional coursework or training in horticulture, agronomy, or greenhouse management preferred.

Schedule

  • Flexible schedule required; start times may be as early as 5:30 a.m. during peak season.

  • Workload and hours vary seasonally (heavier in spring/summer, lighter in winter).

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly Rate: $20/hour

  • Additional Benefits:

    • Healthcare stipend

    • Paid time off (PTO)

    • Cell phone data stipend

    • Discounted and free produce (as available)

Job Description: Lead Greenhouse Grower

Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly (Average 35–50 hours/week; busier in summer, lighter in winter)

Compensation: $20/hour

Benefits: Healthcare stipend, PTO, cell phone data stipend, discounted and free produce (as available)

Minimum Related Work Experience: 2 years

Location: Winston-Salem, NC area

Core Responsibilities

Greenhouse Operations & Production

  • Manage all greenhouse enterprises, including:

    1. Transplant production for internal field use

    2. Transplant production for spring plant sale

    3. Microgreen, edible flower, and mini leaf lettuce production for wholesale and retail outlets

  • Implement all aspects of crop production, including seeding, watering, soil preparation, fertility management, hardening off, pest and disease control, and record keeping.

  • Follow crop plans to meet weekly propagation schedules; maintain seed and supply inventories.

  • Conduct weekly planning to develop upcoming worklists and daily task sheets.

  • Maintain greenhouse structures, irrigation systems, ventilation, and environmental controls; diagnose and resolve basic structural or mechanical issues.

  • Scout regularly for pests and disease; implement preventative and responsive management strategies consistent with sustainable and organic practices.

  • Prepare, harvest, and package microgreens and greenhouse products to meet customer quality standards.


    Coordination & Communication

  • Work directly with owners/managers to fulfill production goals, harvest schedules, and order needs.

  • Occasionally lead or assist small work crews for greenhouse-related projects.

  • Communicate clearly and cooperatively with coworkers, maintaining a professional and positive demeanor.

  • Maintain accurate written and digital records of plantings, pest management, harvests, and seed inventories.

Maintenance & General Farm Support

  • Conduct light carpentry, tool, and equipment maintenance as needed.

  • Participate in seasonal farm upkeep, such as mowing, weed whacking, and organizing tools and materials.

  • Support other farm areas (field production, wash/pack, farmers markets, or deliveries) as needed.

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in all farm facilities.

  • Adhere to farm food safety and GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) standards at all times.

To Apply

Please send a resume, professional references and a brief letter of interest describing your relevant greenhouse experience and motivation for applying to:
📧 jobs@fairsharefarm.net

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Start date: no later than February 2nd, 2025

  • Job Description: Produce Farm Retail Market Lead

    Job Type: Full-Time

    Start Date: Now until position is filled

    Hourly Base Pay: $16.00 per hour, PTO and other benefits

    Job Overview:

    This position is perfect for a person who loves connecting and communicating with other people, is excited by seasonal eating, has strong organizational skills and has personal style and flair.

    The Farm Market Lead position is a full-time position. The lead position will be responsible for the everyday setup and break down of the store. Duties will include assisting customers with check out, merchandising produce and other food products, restocking, unitizing products, packing orders, providing information about products to customers, and assisting marketing manager with social media work.

    Communication skills will be essential for this role. An ideal candidate will be outgoing and friendly towards all customers and possess a high level of knowledge about produce, local goods and artisanal foods. A high level of design and display aesthetics is also important for this role. The ideal candidate will want to work outdoors in an up-tempo, professional work environment. Owners and Management place a high-value on punctuality and follow through.

    All employees will understand that to succeed at Fair Share Farm, LLC, employment is contingent on the individual’s ability to improve skills, work speed and effectiveness over time. Crew Members must be committed to keeping work spaces tidy, learning quickly where things belong across the farm and properties and a willingness to improve organizational skills.

    Key Job Duties & Responsibilities:

    Operate POS system; coordinate and implement POS updates in conjunction with sales and marketing manager.

    Communicate clearly, effectively and succinctly with all customers.

    Communicate clearly, effectively and succinctly with other farm employees.

    Place orders with / update other crew members RE inventory and needs.

    Set up produce and other market displays on a daily basis with style.

    Break down, care for and put away perishable products.

    Clean and maintain the store.

    Harvest, wash, and pack produce.

    Inspect produce and bring quality issues to the attention of the manager.

    Follow all GAPs and/or food safety procedures.

    Verify that orders/items are packed correctly.

    Follow all written and verbal instructions as issued by business owners and managers.

    Perform all delivery duties to restaurants and wholesale customers without issue.

    Perform all duties related to farmers market sales including, prep, driving, market set up, merchandising, sales and arithmetic for making change.

    Key Requirements:

    Work outdoors in all seasons, weather and temperatures.

    Be 21 or older in order to legally sell beer and wine.

    Have legal work status.

    Ability to provide own transportation to and from work

    Valid NC drivers license and insurance, clear driving record for at least 3 years.

    Flexible schedule.

    Read, write and speak English.

    Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

    Ability to work as part of a team and take instructions from a leader.

    Ability to learn and improve work skill and speed rapidly in order to become a critical member of the team.

    Ability to think critically under pressure in order to increase effectiveness and task fulfillment.

    Strong organizational skills, ability to keep track of personal belongings as well as tools and objects provided by Fair Share Farm.

    Read, understand and agree to all policies as provided by Fair Share Farm, LLC.

    Essential Physical Requirements:

    - Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. to a height of 3 to 4 feet and then load weight onto shelves, benches, trucks or similar surfaces

    - Able to stand and/or walk during at least 100% of work day

    - Able to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl

    - Able to constantly use arms/hands/fingers to reach, handle or feel

    - Able to frequently move items on and off hand-trucks/dollies and push hand-trucks/dollies

    - Able to occasionally climb (stairs/ladders) and/or balance

    - Able to frequently hear

    - Able to occasionally talk to employer, co-workers, vendors, customers and members of the public

    - Able to work in unheated structures

    - Able to work outside, as needed, in all weather conditions

    - Able to breathe and come into skin contact with agricultural seeds, crops, soil, water, and chemicals utilized in organic agricultural practices

    Personal Qualifications Required:

    - Able to read, write, take notes in, and understand English

    - Able to perform simple mathematical computations

    - Able to make change at farmers’ market and farmstands.

    - Able to operate company cell phone APP to process credit card payments

    - Be a good listener

    - Be able to learn on the job

    - Must enjoy performing practical, manual and mechanical activities

    - Be willing to undertake manual and heavy labor

    - Must possess a responsible and positive attitude towards the performance of job duties, towards meeting expectations of and obligations employer, and towards interactions with customers and vendors

    Educational Level Required:

    Over 18 years old: High school diploma or equivalent

    High School Students—Summer Only

Please mail your cover letter, resume, references to: jobs@fairsharefarm.net