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, three alpacas, two steer, and two pigs.

Job description

Position Overview

Queens County Farm Museum seeks motivated, dependable, and enthusiastic individuals to join our Agriculture Team as Seasonal Farmers. Queens Farm is one of New York City’s longest continually farmed sites, cultivating over seven acres of vegetables, herbs, and flowers using sustainable and regenerative practices. Seasonal Farmers play a key role in all aspects of field production, harvest, and distribution, contributing to the success of our CSA, farmstand, and educational programming.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all stages of crop production, including bed preparation, seeding, transplanting, weeding, trellising, irrigating, and harvesting.
• Support post-harvest handling of produce and flowers for CSA.
• Assist with the corn maze, the farmstands, volunteers, general ground maintenance, other Queens Farm programs
• Contribute to farm events and public programming as needed, including seasonal festivals, tours, or educational activities.
• Occasionally driving the farm vehicle offsite, weekend availability, and various special projects
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Serve as a representative of Queens Farm
• Other related duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Passionate about developing a career in agriculture
• Has the ability to take direction, show initiative, and work well in a team as well as independently.
• Previous farm experience preferred but not necessary.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, performing repetitive tasks with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift 50lbs, and kneel/stand/crouch for long periods of time in all weather conditions

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

Application instructions

Deadline

April 06, 2026