What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farmers Market Associate position at Dreaming Out Loud, Inc.?
Job Title: Market Associate (Farmers Market)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Part Time, Seasonal (NTE 11.21.26)
Reports to: Director, Programs
Work Location: Kelly Miller Farmers Market at 301 49th Street NE and the Marion Barry Ave Farmers Market at 1303 Marion Barry Ave SE
Compensation Range: $21.63 - $22.95 per hour
Dreaming Out Loud, Inc.
Dreaming Out Loud’s mission is to create economic opportunities for the DC metro region’s marginalized communities through building a healthy, equitable food system. We are rebuilding urban, community-based food systems through cooperative social enterprise: increasing access to healthy food, improving community health, supporting entrepreneurs and cooperatives from low-income communities, and creating opportunities for at-risk residents to earn sustainable, family-supporting wages and build wealth. We believe that all communities deserve equal access to fresh, healthy food choices, but that achieving this requires moving beyond the “access” paradigm to a focus on community self-determination and food sovereignty. Utilizing the food system as a catalyst, we are working to create an integrated pipeline to jobs, economic opportunity, and community wealth-building for our most marginalized communities.
Position Summary
The Market Coordinator will support operations at the Kelly Miller Farmers Market (301 49th Street NE) and/or the Marion Barry Avenue Farmers Market (1303 Marion Barry Ave SE), helping to run weekly markets on Saturdays from June 6th through November 21st. This role contributes to a smooth and welcoming market experience from start to finish, including preparing and transporting materials, overseeing setup and breakdown, and engaging directly with customers. The Market Associate works closely with the Market Coordinator and team members onsite, representing Dreaming Out Loud by sharing information about our offerings, supporting sales, and fostering a positive, community-centered environment.
Key Responsibilities
Dreaming Out Loud Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Dreaming Out Loud complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Part Time, Seasonal (NTE 11.21.26)
Reports to: Director, Programs
Work Location: Kelly Miller Farmers Market at 301 49th Street NE and the Marion Barry Ave Farmers Market at 1303 Marion Barry Ave SE
Compensation Range: $21.63 - $22.95 per hour
Dreaming Out Loud, Inc.
Dreaming Out Loud’s mission is to create economic opportunities for the DC metro region’s marginalized communities through building a healthy, equitable food system. We are rebuilding urban, community-based food systems through cooperative social enterprise: increasing access to healthy food, improving community health, supporting entrepreneurs and cooperatives from low-income communities, and creating opportunities for at-risk residents to earn sustainable, family-supporting wages and build wealth. We believe that all communities deserve equal access to fresh, healthy food choices, but that achieving this requires moving beyond the “access” paradigm to a focus on community self-determination and food sovereignty. Utilizing the food system as a catalyst, we are working to create an integrated pipeline to jobs, economic opportunity, and community wealth-building for our most marginalized communities.
Position Summary
The Market Coordinator will support operations at the Kelly Miller Farmers Market (301 49th Street NE) and/or the Marion Barry Avenue Farmers Market (1303 Marion Barry Ave SE), helping to run weekly markets on Saturdays from June 6th through November 21st. This role contributes to a smooth and welcoming market experience from start to finish, including preparing and transporting materials, overseeing setup and breakdown, and engaging directly with customers. The Market Associate works closely with the Market Coordinator and team members onsite, representing Dreaming Out Loud by sharing information about our offerings, supporting sales, and fostering a positive, community-centered environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Work and communicate effectively with coworkers, volunteers, vendors, and customers to support smooth market operations
- Stay informed on updates related to benefits programs, product availability, and pricing, and follow guidance to ensure accurate communication with customers
- Assist with preparing for market days by staging pallets and organizing materials for both market locations
- Support coordination with Food Hub staff on inventory and follow food safety and first in, first out standards
- Prepare produce signage and help keep market bins stocked with necessary supplies and current promotional materials
- Assist with cash handling processes, including maintaining small bills, supporting deposit preparation, and contributing to shift notes
- Support market setup and breakdown, helping maintain clean, organized, and visually appealing displays throughout the day
- Engage with customers, vendors, and community members to help create a welcoming and positive market environment
- Conduct point-of-sale transactions accurately and efficiently
- Contribute to end-of-day shift notes, helping to document information accurately and on time
- Identify and escalate any customer or on-site issues to the Market Coordinator or team as needed
- Follow health and safety protocols to maintain a safe environment for staff and customers
- Support promotion of DOL programs, including CSA, grocery delivery, and the Marion Barry Avenue Market and Cafe
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and move boxes and equipment on and off vehicles
- Ability to stand for extended periods (6 hours)
- Comfort working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Availability and willingness to work consistent weekly shifts on Fridays and Saturdays
- Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with others
- Reliable, dependable, and willing to take initiative
- Ability to follow direction while also contributing to team problem-solving
- Positive attitude and willingness to engage with customers and community members
- Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
- Transit Assistance through SmartBenefits
Dreaming Out Loud Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Dreaming Out Loud complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Salary : $22 - $23