Two Bridges Youth Market Manager

Under the Hamilton-Madison House/Two Bridges Youth Market Farm Stand initiative to foster healthy communities through the consumption of locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables, we are seeking a temporary part time Farm Stand Manager to manage an outdoor Farm Stand at 50 Madison Street, from May 2024 to December 2024. The position reports to the Youth Development Manager.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Associate Degree in Business or related field. Bachelor's degree preferred
• Driver License
• Knowledge/experience in fresh local produce display and sales at farmer markets
• Experience working with youth ages 14 and up.
• Familiarity with NYS Farmer's Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) coupons, EBT cards, and NYC Health Bucks

Responsibilities :

• Train, supervise and evaluate all youth staff of the Hamilton-Madison House/Two Bridges Farm Stand in displaying and selling Norwich Meadows Farm Fresh Produce to the general public using the information and materials provided in Farm Stand Training activities.
• Oversee weekly set-up and operation of the Farm Stand including acceptance and recording of cash, FMNP coupons, EBT cards and issuance and acceptance of NYC Health Bucks (as a bonus for EBT card use)
• Place weekly orders every Friday from Norwich Meadows Farm based on previous week's Farm Stand sales (produce varieties and volumes)
• Pick up of ordered produce from Norwich Meadows Farm at the Sunday Greenmarket located at Tompkins Square Park using a rental van, and return or donation of unsold produce.
• Manage weekly recordkeeping, fiscal wrap-up and secure deposit of sales proceeds.

Hours : Sunday, 6:30AM to 5:30PM, plus 2 additional hours for planning and preparation - total 11 hours per week

Compensation : $26 per hour

Hamilton-Madison House is an Equal Opportunity Employer