Company description

Queens County Farm Museum is one of the longest continually farmed sites in New York State, dating back to 1697. Queens Farm serves as a vital and rare resource connecting people to agriculture and the environment in New York City. The 47-acre historic site is a leader in locally grown food and the ecological well-being of New York City. The farm uses Certified Naturally Grown methods to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers on 4 acres of land, in addition to a 3-acre corn maze. The farm’s livestock program consists of several hundred laying hens, nine sheep, five goats, two alpacas, two steer, and two pigs. The farm is also host to a large apiary.

Job description

The Queens Farm Agriculture Department is looking for motivated, upbeat individuals to join the farm team during our busiest time of the season. Ideal candidates are positive and patient, with stellar people skills and a passion for local food and sustainable food systems. Knowledge about a variety of produce would be a great asset to our team as well as an interest in regenerative farming practices and working with a diverse public population.

This is a part-time position, starting 5/15 and ending 10/31, with a Thursday & Friday, 8am-4pm schedule. (16 hours per week). Additional hours are available on weekends to help support our Events department if desired.

There is a possibility of joining the team in Mid-April to help with some early season work and events.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Setting up, restocking, leading, and breaking down our off-site farm stands.
• Interacting with customers as a representative of Queens Farm in a positive, kind, patient, and informative manner
• Inventory of farmstand supplies and communication for reordering
• Communication with Director of Agriculture regarding farmstand produce needs
• Record keeping and data collection of farm stand sales, nutrition assistance programs and other data
• Additional related duties, as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Travel to our off-site farmstand locations
• Strong communication skills
• Positive and patient attitude
• Excellent organizational skills
• Passion for local food and knowledge about produce
• Attention to time and efficiency
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions in a fast paced work environment
• Farmers’ Market, retail, and/or service industry experience

Compensation is $18/hr

Queens County Farm Museum (QCFM) supports diversity in the workplace. QCFM is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer (EOE) and supports a drug-free workplace.

Compensation

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

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline