AT THE FARMSTAND...
Land’s Sake Farmstand Staff (part-time)
Currently seeking part-time Farmstand staff, to work August through December. Successful Farmstand staff possess an interest in sustainable agriculture, local food systems, flowers, and/or cooking. Staff are trained about the farm’s offerings, to communicate with customers about engaging with activities within the organization. Great customer service skills, an ability to work quickly/efficiently, and a sense of humor are vital to this role.
Responsibilities:
- Set up and break down the Farmstand each day, including produce displays
- Maintain produce volume and quality throughout the day (i.e. stocking, temperature control, hydration)
- Learn produce varieties, growing standards and Farmstand products and be able to communicate information to customers as necessary
- Operate cash register (we use the Square application on an ipad) and scales, answer questions, and bring awareness to additional farm programming as appropriate
Qualifications:
- Personable customer service skills
- Cash handling experience is a plus
- Be willing and able to work in all weather conditions, stand for long periods of time, and bend and lift up to 50 pounds
- Floral experience or knowledge is a plus
Employment Dates:
- Seeking Farmstand staff who can work from late summer through mid-December, with possibility of extension into next year
- Current Farmstand hours are 10am to 6pm Tuesday through Friday, 10am to 3pm Saturday and Sunday. Shifts may be a half day or a full day, depending on staffing needs. Weekend availability is a must, and flexible or part-time schedules will be considered. Winter-early Spring hours may differ.
Compensation:
- Starts at $15/hour, commensurate with experience
- Paid sick time, in accordance with Massachusetts law
- Paid 30-minute lunch break if the employee works six or more hours that day
- As much free produce as you can eat
- Discount on other products sold at the Farmstand
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to farmstand@landssake.org
ON THE FARM...
We are not currently hiring for our farm crew.
WITH OUR EDUCATION TEAM...
We are not currently hiring for our education department.
AT THE OFFICE...
We are not currently hiring for office roles.
Equal Opportunity Policy
Land’s Sake is seeking to hire a staff that represents the racial and ethnic diversity of its constituents. Diversity and inclusion is an ongoing organizational practice and a core value of Land’s Sake with the goal of having culturally competent services, materials, resources and programs. Our hiring practices are informed by an appreciation of the strengths offered by differing cultures, races, religions, ethnicities, classes, sexual orientation, physical capacities, and age groups. Land’s Sake offers benefits including medical insurance, vacation, access to professional development and local organic food. Land’s Sake is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating a multicultural organization. We actively seek a diverse pool of candidates for all positions.