What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farmers Market Lead position at Freedom Food Farm?
Job Overview
Farmers’ Market Lead - seasonal greater Boston area, multiple markets positions
We have multiple positions including lead market staff and market support positions. We attend several vibrant farmers’ markets in the greater Boston area.
Duties include loading at the farm and driving to market in one of our market vehicles, setting up, being the point person, keeping other market staff up-to-date on farm products and interfacing with market customers and management.
Support positions will typically meet us at the market and help unload, setup, stock and sell farm products and pack up.
Multiple days of the week / locations (see below).
- Medfield: Sundays, morning - afternoon
- Canton: Sundays, every other week
- Potentially other Boston area markets as well
Please connect with us if interested in working one farmers’ market or multiple. Most markets run from June-October, but there are opportunities to work some farmers markets in the winter as well. Additional work at the farm available for the right candidate.
Required: Must be realiable, comfortable with basic technology (sales are run primarily through tablet), and able to work in fast paced environment outside.
Lead market staff: Good driving record, valid license with 5 years of driving history, able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Farmers’ Markets are about fostering community around local agriculture. They are great places to meet people, celebrate the growing season and find good food. Ideal market staff are folks interested in cooking, eating and supporting organic agriculture. Ability to interface with many different types of people is very helpful.
Compensation: $20-25 DOE and responsibilities
Discount on farm products
Join us as a Farmers Market Lead to energize our community space! Bring your enthusiasm for local food systems, your organizational skills, and your dedication to creating a lively marketplace where vendors thrive and visitors leave inspired. This role is perfect for someone who loves working outdoors, enjoys teaching others about healthy living and regenerative agriculture, and wants to make a positive impact in their community.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25