Market Manager at Takoma Park Farmers Market

Job Title: Takoma Park Farmers Market Market Manager
Required work time: Sundays, year-round, 8:00am-3:00pm

Primary Responsibilities:
Market Operational Oversight:

• Manage the on-site, Sunday operational activities of the Takoma Park Farmers Market, including but not limited to: Transporting, setting up and breaking down of equipment and supplies required weekly at the market including tent, tables, traffic barriers and signs. A cart will be provided to move from nearby storage.
• Set up market ATM and oversee ATM attendant.
• Oversee ATM booth and gate functions as necessary and fill-in as required.
• Run ATM EBT reports and count vendor tokens enter into spreadsheet at the conclusion of each market.
• Distribute monthly checks to Vendors.
• Support Vendors as required.
• Ensure Vendors leave property clean at the end of the market
• Work with Market Administrator to seamlessly integrate market-based Programs (Food Access Programs – SNAP/WIC/FMNP/MMM, Chef at Market and Events) into market.
• Enforce TPFM Rules & Regulations fairly and consistently with customers
• Ensure the safety of everyone at the market by enforcing all safety rules, keeping an eye out for hazards, and taking action as necessary.
• Take photos of vendor products during market and post on social media during market hours or send to Market Administrator.
• Keep Vendor attendance.
• On-site point of contact for Pop Up Vendors. Assist with helping them find location.
• Execute promotions and events. Typically 1 per quarter. Includes setting up and breaking down additional tents, tables and signage; greeting presenters/partners, overseeing volunteers, capturing photos and assisting where necessary.
• Liaison with on-site gleaning contacts.
• Oversee or perform market customer attendance counts (minimum 1 x per quarter)
• Offer extraordinary customer service experience for the public and farmers.
• Become adept at communicating TPFM’s purpose and mission to the public.
• Create a vibrant community at market by becoming familiar with the neighborhood and population, working with community partners, and creating a welcoming environment for all.

Experience and qualifications:

• An ability to work every Sunday, year- round, outdoors, including during inclement weather.
• An ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• An ability to think on your feet and a demonstrated track record of being proactive and anticipating needs.
• Strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Customer service and retail experience is preferred.
• Food and agriculture experience or education preferred. Farmers market or on-farm experience is ideal.
• Microsoft Office proficiency. Comfortable with numbers and basic excel functions.

Compensation:
This position is part time, and hourly; pay rate $18-$20/hour. Approximately 7 hours per week.

To Apply:
Send resume and cover letter to tpfarmersmarket@gmail.com