We’re Hiring!

About Us

We are a small, queer worker-owned cooperative farm located in Manor, TX. We grow high-quality vegetables and herbs for Austin’s restaurants and home cooks, and meaningfully redistribute excess produce through community partnerships. We intentionally center and value workers’ individual and collective contributions, and we aim to create an accessible path to cooperative farm ownership.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated, community-minded individual to join our crew. The Farm Crew Member plays a key role in all aspects of farm production, from seed to harvest, and may participate in sales, deliveries, admin, social media and community events. Candidates with an interest in cooperative farm ownership will be prioritized. This is a hands-on position that requires physical stamina, flexibility, and a willingness to engage in the day-to-day work of a dynamic small farm.

Responsibilities

Experience with some or all of the following is preferred but not required: 

• Field Work

• Bed preparation, transplanting, seeding, weeding, irrigating, and cultivating

• Pest and disease monitoring and management using organic practices

• Harvesting & Post-Harvest

• Harvesting vegetables with care and efficiency

• Washing, sorting, and packing produce for markets and wholesale accounts

• Greenhouse & Nursery Care

• Seeding trays, monitoring germination, watering, controlling temperature, maintaining fans and greenhouse heater, maintaining and ensuring safety of all electronics 

• Infrastructure & Maintenance

• Basic upkeep of tools, equipment, wash/pack area, and field structures

• Mechanical repairs and maintenance of tractor, tractor tools and farm truck

• Plumbing repairs and maintenance of irrigation systems

• Electrical repairs as needed 

• Farmers Markets 

• Occasional involvement in weekend farmers markets 

• Admin & Bookkeeping

• Maintaining organized records of all purchases and sales

• Optional involvement in all administrative and bookkeeping duties

• Social Media 

• Optional involvement in social media marketing 

• Team & Cooperative Participation

• Participation in team meetings, feedback processes, and cooperative decision-making 
  

Ideal Candidate Qualities

• Passion for small-scale organic agriculture and local food systems

• Interest in cooperative farm ownership

• Values aligned with sustainability and community care

• Adaptable, collaborative, and self-motivated

• Punctual, communicative, and able to work both independently and as part of a team

• Eager to learn new skills and both receive and offer honest feedback

• Awareness of and care for one’s physical and emotional needs

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift 40+ lbs repeatedly

• Comfort working outdoors in extreme heat, rain, or cold

• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, and stand for long periods

• Reliable transportation to and from the farm in Manor, TX

Work Schedule

• 20–40 hours/week (Dependent on full-time or part-time)

• Occasional weekend availability preferred (for market shifts and/or watering responsibilities)

Compensation & Benefits

• $21/hour starting wage 

• Produce from the farm

• Access to worker-ownership track after completion of first season

• Opportunities for professional development and skill-building

To Apply

This position begins August 18, 2025. To apply, email hello@patchworkfarmtx.com with the subject line “Farm Crew” with your resume, 2-3 references (peer references welcomed and encouraged), and brief answers to the following questions:

 1.    What is your favorite thing about farming?

 2.    Think about a time you had to take care of the physical safety of yourself or others. What were the circumstances and how did you approach the situation?

3.    Why do you want to work at a cooperatively owned farm?

Feel free to send any and all questions about the job our way and we will respond as quickly as possible!