Company description

Sunhouse Farm is a small, diverse operation in Snow Camp, NC, growing vegetables on ¾ acre using organic and no-till practices. About a third of the farm consists of unheated high tunnels. My focus is producing the highest quality vegetables while maximizing efficiency without compromising on standards.

I’m Nik Vaughn, and I started Sunhouse Farm in the summer of 2021, just five days after graduating from Appalachian State with a degree in Agroecology. Farming is my passion, and I take great pride in the work I do.

We grow over 30 crops, with seasonal focuses:

Spring: Carrots, salad mix, and leafy greens like kale and collards.
Summer: Tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, and peppers.
Fall: A return to spring crops.
Produce is sold primarily at a Saturday farmers' market, through a 35-member CSA, and to a few wholesale accounts.

This is my fourth year of production, and each year I refine operations to improve efficiency. Sunhouse Farm operates on leased land shared with two other farms: Dinner Bell Farm, which owns the property and grows vegetables, and Rodwell Roots, a flower farm. We collaborate and share tools, as well as facilities like the wash/pack area, shop, and walk-in cooler.

Job description

Position Details
I’m hiring one part-time employee to work two days a week from April through October, with a consistent schedule of Tuesdays or Wednesdays (your choice) and Fridays.

Start Date: Early April
End Date: End of October

Responsibilities
You’ll participate in a variety of farm tasks, including:

Planting
Weeding
Harvesting
Washing, packing, and weighing vegetables
Starting seeds
Preparing beds
Other day-to-day farm activities

Farm work can be physically demanding and repetitive, often performed in varying weather conditions. Together, we’ll identify your strengths and tailor your tasks to suit them while contributing to the farm’s overall success.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

Farm experience isn’t required, though it’s a plus. Candidates with backgrounds in physical labor or team environments (e.g., restaurant work, trail crews, camp counseling), often excel in this role.

Key qualities I am looking for:

Ability to follow instructions
Positive attitude
Commitment to quality work
Experience with outdoor or physical labor
Interest in learning sustainable farming practices
Flexibility to adapt to weather-driven changes
Attention to detail and fine motor skills
Self-care habits (staying hydrated, eating well, taking breaks)

Physical Requirements:

Ability to bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stand for extended periods
Capacity to lift 30-40 lbs regularly
Strong vision to differentiate colors, sizes, and textures of vegetables
Comfort working in heat, humidity, and occasional rain
Fine motor skills for tasks like using scissors, pruners, and rubber bands
Farm work is demanding, and we’ll work together to ensure you stay safe and supported, especially during peak summer heat.

Schedule

Tuesdays or Wednesdays: Focus on projects like weeding, planting, starting seeds, and flipping beds.
Fridays: Focus on harvest, washing, packing, and prepping for market and CSA, with occasional small projects.
Hours:

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (April-May, Mid-September-October)
7:15 AM–4:00 PM (June-August)
Breaks include a paid 30–45-minute lunch, depending on weather.
Weekly Hours: 16–18, including breaks and lunch.

Time Off

This part-time position does not include paid time off. However, unpaid vacation days are available with prior notice, and schedules can be adjusted as needed.

Compensation
$15/hour

Unlimited vegetables!

If you’re ready to learn, work hard, and join a supportive farm community, I’d love to hear from you!

Please checkout our instagram to get a better feel for the farm @sunhouse_farm

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

Application instructions

Deadline

February 28, 2025