Farmers’ Market Vendor: Part-time, Seasonal
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Farmers’ Market Vendor - Part-time, Seasonal
Farmers Market Vendor - Part-time, Seasonal
Front Porch Farm is seeking to grow our responsible and enthusiastic staff of Farmers Market vendors! A diverse certified organic farm located in Healdsburg, Front Porch grows vegetable crops, specialty cut flowers, polenta corn, orchard fruits and cane berries, all sold proudly at various Bay Area farmers markets. We are looking for one or more people to staff some combination of our farmers markets. Farmers market vendors are ambassadors of the farm and create a welcoming, informative and enjoyable shopping experience for the general public.
Currently we have stalls at the following markets:
Tuesday Napa market (April-October)
* Thursday, San Rafael Civic Center market (year-round)
Saturday Healdsburg market (April-December)
Sunday San Rafael Civic Center market (year-round)
Ideally we would love to find someone available to all four markets, but would also be open to hiring multiple people to break up the schedule. Please note which markets you are interested in working when you apply.
*Note: We already have an excellent long-standing vendor in place at the Thursday market. This shift would only become available to someone prepared to staff all other markets as well.
Primary Responsibilities:
❏ Drive box truck from the farm to market, where a work partner will meet to assist with set-up.
❏ Work with fellow market staffer to set up the stand prior to the start of market. Create and maintain a visually appealing farmer’s market display based on the existing Front Porch Farm brand and standards.
❏ Provide excellent customer service and communication.
❏ Knowledgeably and enthusiastically discuss our products and our farming practices with the public. Educate customers about the uses of our produce and share cooking tips.
❏ Conduct accurate sales transactions.
❏ Keep market supplies organized and maintained (containers, signs, tables, tents, etc.) during set-up, market and breakdown.
❏ Upon return to the farm, unpack truck - returning unsold items, cash box, and sales equipment to their proper locations.
Schedule:
(Estimated. End-time fluctuates based on how long it takes to pack up and return to the farm.).
Tuesdays: 5:30am-3:30pm
Thursdays: 5:30am-3:30pm
Saturdays: 6:30am-1:30pm
Sundays: 5:30am-3:30pm
Note: On-farm hours (Harvest and/or Fieldwork) may be additionally available during the growing season. Please inquire if interested.
Our Ideal Candidate:
❏ Is a great communicator who is able to deliver excellent customer service
❏ Is enthusiastic about organic agriculture and interested in interacting with the public around food and farming
❏ Enjoys working hard and can comfortably and safely lift and carry 50 lbs
❏ Has good awareness of food safety guidelines
❏ Is detail-oriented and organized
❏ Has experience driving large vehicles and has a clean driving record
❏ Farming and/or cooking experience is a plus
Compensation: $20-$22/hour DOE, plus trades and excess perishable produce at the end of the day.
Application Instructions:
To apply, please fill out the application form on our website, or send a resume, cover letter, and two references to zoe@fpfarm.com with “Application” in the subject line.
