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We are currently accepting applications for Market Staff! This is a great summer job for people interested in spending time outside, meeting new people and learning about our local food system. We have fun. We solve puzzles. We work hard. If that sounds good to you, apply today! If you know folks who might be interested, share this job posting with your networks!
2021 Market Day Staff Job Description
Position: Market Day Staff for Fulton, Kingfield, & Nokomis Farmers Markets
Position Type: Seasonal/Part-time mid-June through October (20-25 hours per week)
Compensation: $15.00/hour
Reports to: Executive Director
Application Requirements: Send resumé and cover letter to emily@neighborhoodrootsmn.org
Due: Priority deadline (updated) June 25th
Start Date: As soon as possible
Neighborhood Roots operates the Fulton, Kingfield, & Nokomis Farmers Markets in South Minneapolis. Our mission is to bring neighbors together to buy, eat, and learn about local food. We support local farmers, promote vibrant community and locally owned businesses, and affect important changes in food and agriculture policy.
Overview: Market Day Staff assists with the day-to-day operations of the Neighborhood Roots farmers markets in order to serve its vendors, patrons, volunteers and sponsors. Neighborhood Roots oversees 3 community-based markets: Fulton, Kingfield, & Nokomis. Market dates and hours are listed below:
Fulton Farmers Market
Saturdays 8:30am - 1pm
4901 Chowen Ave
Kingfield Farmers Market
Sundays 8:30am - 1pm
4055 Nicollet Ave, Mpls
Nokomis Farmers Market
Wednesdays 4 - 8pm*
5167 Chicago Ave, Mpls
Shifts include time before, during, and after the hours the markets are open to the public. Saturday & Sunday shifts are 7am – 2:30pm. Wednesday shift is 2:30pm – 9pm. Shifts may end early, if volunteers are scheduled to help out. This is an outdoor position. The markets are open rain or shine. This position is suited to people who want to wake up early, spend time outside and learn about our local food system.
Essential Functions:
Assist in physical market set-up and tear-down
Volunteer management
Act as main staff in case of coworker illness/injury/vacation
Provide on-site support to all vendors, patrons and other market folks
Conduct SNAP-EBT, credit card & merchandise sales
Assist with bookkeeping and data tracking
Ensure market supplies are kept well-stocked and organized
Other reasonable duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
Positive attitude
Punctuality
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to adjust to changing conditions and priorities
Basic math skills
Strong problem solving ability
Able to accomplish tasks with limited direct supervision
Able to effectively work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Must be able to routinely lift up to 50lbs
Preferred Qualifications
Cash-handling experience
Interest in sustainable agriculture, food justice and local food policy
Experience working with volunteers
Spanish, Somali or Hmong language proficiency
NEIGHBORHOOD ROOTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where diversity is valued, supported and celebrated to benefit our vendors and customers. Women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, people of color, and people from indigenous communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, email your cover letter and resumé to our Executive Director Emily Lund at emily@neighborhoodrootsmn.org