Farmers Market Coordinator

Description

Farmers Market Coordinator Description PAY RATE LEVEL: Two (2) $19.00 - $22.00 per hour, 10+ hrs per week - Seasonal REPORTS TO: General Manager SUPPORTS: All Departments LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

? Understand, support, and reinforce:

? Feather River Food Co-op Mission, Vision, and Principles

? Feather River Food Co-op product standards

? Feather River Foods Co-op customer service standards

? Workplace positivity and accountability.

? Maintain comprehensive knowledge of and ensure compliance with regulatory rules and standards relevant to the department.

? Act as a model for all employees, abiding by all co-op policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Manual and other guidelines.

? Demonstrate cooperation and professionalism, ensuring the integrity of Feather River Food Co-op’s values, principles, and standards in decision making and interactions with others.

? Ensure professional and friendly service is provided by Co-op employees.

? Actively seek out and create educational and talent development opportunities to increase the skills and knowledge of all store employees.

? Actively participate in the Feather River Food Co-op’s management team and work together to achieve team goals and provide support to the General Manager.

? Follow procedures in the case of emergencies (such as fire, power outages, and evacuations), injuries and workplace violence, and non-emergency situations such as shoplifting and disruptive behavior.

? Comply with the requirements of FRFC’s Illness & Injury Prevention Program and address employee concerns and questions related to the IIPP.

? Abide by dress code and all Co-op policies and procedures as specified in the FRFC Employee Handbook.

? Attend employee meetings as requested by the GM. FARMERS MARKET

? Work with local partners to schedule and operate at least four farmers markets a season.

? Develop marketing materials including promotion of the market and other important messaging.

? Maintain working relationships with local farmers and vendors.

? Solicit sponsorships for the market from local businesses and individuals.

? Obtain necessary permits in order to operate the market.

? Coordinate farmers market committee meetings with the support of a board member as the chair.

? Manage volunteers for the market.

? Manage market budget and revenue sources.

? Promote the market via social media and direct email to the membership.

? Maintain the farmers market website with current information.

? Act as a liaison with community organizations for the market, as directed by the GM.

? Maintain market information display and calendar in stores.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL JOBS Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Daily Physical Demands include:

? Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.

? Ability to work in an office setting and occasionally outside in hot, wet or cold environments.

? Use hands to finger, handle or feel objects.

? Reach with hands and arms.

? Walk, climb, or balance and stoop.

? Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

? Ability to team lift up to 75 pounds.

? Ability to converse with employees and customers. Must be able to exchange accurate information while working on the store floor and communicating with employees and customers.

? Vision ability requirements include the ability to inspect, identify, observe and assess the situational work environment both close up and at a distance. Utilize color and shape to recognize products. Scheduling Requirements The scheduling availability described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. All employees must be available to work weekends, evenings, early mornings, holidays, and high demand seasons. Employees will be provided with a recurring base schedule at the time of hire, this will be used to determine the employees employment benefit status. Employees are subject to adhering to all scheduling, vacation, sick, and attendance related policies not mentioned here. Full disclosure of policies is available upon request. Work Environment

? Fast paced, physically demanding work environment.

? Occasional job-related travel for training, meetings, and/or events.

? Work near moving mechanical parts (i.e. store equipment, tools, etc.)

? Ability to work in an environment with moderate to loud noises (i.e. equipment and machinery)

? Crowded workspaces. Computer sharing is required.

? Can involve work in high precarious places (i.e. ladders, ladder work.)

? Ability to work in cold, wet conditions. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

? Minimum of two (2) years of experience in customer service.

? Minimum of two (2) years of experience in social media, outreach, and marketing.

? Ability to travel for work - travel is reimbursed.

? Experience or willingness to learn farmers market management.

? Experience using spreadsheets and word processing programs.

? Knowledge of natural foods and organic standards.

? Proven ability to handle multiple demands, work under time pressures, and meet deadlines.

? Strong organizational skills.

? Keen attention to detail.

? Strong communication and listening skills.

? Commitment to superior customer service and to providing the highest quality shopping experience possible.

? Ability to work well with others in a cooperative environment where teamwork and constant communication is essential.

? Demonstrated ability to follow through on commitments.

? Availability to work early mornings, evenings and weekends as needed.

? Willingness and ability to learn and grow to meet the changing requirements of the job.

? Proficiency with the use of computers, internet, and applications.

? Demonstrated acceptance of responsibility and accountability.

? Outstanding customer service skills and aptitude, with demonstrated appreciation of diverse cultures and backgrounds. DISCLAIMER: The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. All requests from management will be reasonable considering the knowledge and abilities of employees in their job description. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment changes.