Farm Assistant – Asheville Harvest Culinary Farm
Last Updated On: May 29th, 2026 at 12:00PM MST
Contact information
Farm Address:1030 Cane Creek Rd
Fletcher, North Carolina, 28732
Primary Contact: Sandee Hartman
Primary Phone:
Type: Cell
Number: 8282098666
Email: farmer@ashevilleharvest.org
Website: https://ashevilleharvest.org
Internship information
General Farm Description: Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville Harvest is passionate about growing organic produce that nourishes both the land and our local community across Buncombe and Henderson counties. What began as a simple vision to provide fresh, sustainable food for our family and friends has blossomed into a thriving farm, proudly supplying local restaurants, farmers' markets, and food banks. Every harvest reflects our commitment to quality, sustainability, and supporting the region we call home.CRAFT Member Farm? Yes
Internship Starts: May 31
Internship Ends: Negotiable
Number of Internship Available: 2
Application Deadline: Asap
Minimum Length of Stay: 3 months
Internship Details:
Asheville Harvest Culinary Farm is seeking a Farm Assistant
Asheville Harvest is a 15 acre farm in its official 3rd year of production. This year we are revamping the farm into a French styled Bio-Intensive system, growing an array of lost heirlooms, and unique varieties of produce, legumes, grains, and fruits in one 30 ’x 96’ greenhouse and three 16 ’x 100’ caterpillar high tunnels in addition to the main outdoor plots. We produce year round. The main block of production is a mineral rich sandy loam with excellent tilth. We utilize a BCS 739 2-wheel tractor and a larger John Deere for the heavy lifting.
We are seeking additional help, full time for the 2026 season, and potentially a part time person to begin in May. This position has strong potential to continue through the winter season and an exciting opportunity for those wanting to learn how to transition and set up a farm into a more sustainable model of French Bio-Intensive agriculture. The ideal candidate can endure working in summer heat, cold weather, wind, etc. We try to stay out of rainy weather but sometimes it’s unavoidable in circumstances of harvest days.
The Farm Assistant is able to work together with the Field Manager and Farm Owners, and independently. Safety is very important to us. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Experience is not entirely necessary to apply, just a passion for good food and good work ethic. We are happy to train the right person and want this to be a space where learning and education are encouraged. There is a light sense of urgency always on the farm but we prefer a healthy work environment where a sense of humor goes a long way when dealing with Nature. Kindness and understanding are crucial in an agricultural setting, as the work can be challenging at times. Mistakes can happen as this is a constant learning and work environment, but they are not existential mistakes. This year’s goal is to dial in systems as we build them. Cleanliness is a top priority and we prefer to keep tools clean and placed back in their homes after use. This is a highly organized and thought out culinary farm.
Each Monday we dedicate time to do a brief farm walk/check-in to get caught up on what the week’s work will look like. The details are posted on a white board for the week for clarity. This is also part of the educational component where the AFM can ask questions/ make suggestions or understand the direction of seasonal farming. The AFM receives a copy of the crop plan to better understand how workflow might look, what to expect, etc.
The weekly schedule is subject to change throughout the year but typically is M-F 8am-4:30pm or Tues-Satnot to exceed 40 hours. We recognize that work/life balance is crucial for one’s wellbeing. We may cook farm lunches together on Fridays or BYO. There’s a nice shady spot to eat by the creek during the summer months.
Compensation: TBD based on experience, but more competitive than other Asheville Farms. We value people dedicating their time towards farmwork as it is not easy. Farming is also about people. Taking home produce for yourself within reason is acceptable and encouraged.
*We do not have on farm housing available.
The AFM responsibilities include:
-Food Safety Awareness
-Good communication
-Good steady work pace
-Timeliness
-Transplanting
-Seeding
-Wash/Pack duties
-Multi-tasking
-Following Standard Operating Procedures
-Occasional Deliveries to Restaurants/Farmer’s Markets
-Operating small 2 Wheel tractor
-Pruning/Trellising
-Cultivation/weeding
-Occasional Saturdays of light work
-Venting Tunnels
-Prepping beds for transplanting
-Irrigation
-Greenhouse management
-Applying row cover and insect netting
-Harvesting
How to Apply:
Please Send a Brief Cover Letter, Resume, and 3 work references to farmer@ashevilleharvest.org
With the subject line to read “Asheville Harvest Assistant Manager”
Educational Opportunities: Please see description
Skills Desired: Please see description
Meals: No
Stipend: Please see description
Housing: No
Preferred method of Contact: Email