Urban Village Farmers’ Market Is Hiring!

For over 20 years, UVFM has operated 10 dynamic Bay Area Farmers’ markets and represents hundreds of California farmers, food purveyors, artists, and musicians that are at the center of the Bay Area's local food movement. Most of our markets operate year-round, rain or shine. To learn more about us please visit our website ( www.UVFM.org )

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Market Manager position is dynamic, interesting, and meaningful. Our ideal candidate will reliably complete assigned duties and contribute creative ideas to further the market’s mission. We seek a candidate with initiative and self-direction, as well as an ability to work collaboratively with other key players supporting the market.

Position: Market Manager
Start date: ASAP
Shifts: Sundays at the California Avenue Farmers' Market. There could be an opportunity for an additional shift at one of our Saturday locations soon.

Pay: $20 - $24/hr

MARKET MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reliably available to work 8-hour shifts on Saturdays, with an early start time, year-round.
• General supervision of market activities
• Enforcement of health and agriculture laws (Full Training will be provided)
• Maintaining general safety at the market, enforcing UVFM rules, and assisting in conflict resolution as needed.
• Working with our Assistant Manager with fee collection, moderate lifting (40 lbs), and other tasks as required.
• Assist with setup, management, and breakdown of the market.
• Customer service. Support at the Information Booth. Treat all customers and vendors respectfully and courteously, providing engaged and attentive customer service from start to finish of the market day.

SKILLS and EXPERIENCE:

• Be detail-oriented, dependable, and punctual
• Have enthusiasm or passion for sharing information on farming, tips for cooking or food preservation is a bonus.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment that requires extensive outdoor, physical work, setup and breakdown of events, and more
• Be comfortable speaking to small groups of people about the market’s goals and programs, including the EBT and Market Match program.
• Have proven customer service skills and a high-energy, positive, and friendly attitude
• A minimum of a one-year commitment preferred

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A cell phone for internal staff communication
• Reliable transportation and a valid CA driver’s license
• Having a truck or vehicle that can haul barricades/other market equipment is a plus!
• The ability to lift 40 pounds
• The ability to stand/walk around at the market for 8 hours with minimal opportunities to sit down
• The ability to work outside in all weather conditions, year-round

*Being bilingual and skilled with taking photos and videos for social media are a huge bonus!

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Respond with your Resumé and Cover Letter

UVFM is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.