Marketeer

Seattle WA

Description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Co-founded in 2013 by farmer friends sharing a deep reverence for good food and good living, River Run Farm raises Certified Organic produce along the Dungeness River near Sequim, WA on the Olympic Peninsula. As we begin our 2022 season, we continue to look to nature for inspiration in the development of our farming practices. We grow mixed vegetables on about 30 acres. We retail produce direct to our customers at farmers markets, our ~350 person CSA, and wholesale to regional grocers. Our farm is split into two sectors: Direct Market and Wholesale. These job positions are in the Direct Market sector of the farm. @riverrunfarm_sequim www.riverrun.farm Farm Schedule: Monday-Thursday 10 hour days, projects on Friday in late September-November as necessary, Saturday-Sunday local and Seattle Farmers Markets. Season: May - November, winter work possible Marketeer (Seattle) *Must live in or near Seattle and have reliable transportation* April-February Saturday University District Market 7-3 (8 hours) Sunday Ballard Market 7-3 (8 hours) This position is a helper position to the Market Lead. There are always two staff at these markets. Compensation: $15/hr plus access to delicious, organic vegetables -Load and unload produce from warehouse into van - Set up and break down market stand - Engage customers and sell produce - Maintain relationships with other vendors and market staff - Keep records of produce brought, sold, and returned - Perform and maintain after-market sales with restaurants SKILLS NEEDED: An interest and ability to communicate clearly and comfortably Easy to get along with and positive attitude A familiarity with vegetables and an eye for subtle quality differences An ability to work diligently and maintain focus for through tedious tasks An ability to do physically demanding work and work long hours Thoughtfulness and an aptitude for listening, an ability to be sensitive to the needs of your teammates Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly Must be able to bend, crawl, and kneel for extended periods of time Must be tolerant to all weather conditions (including wind, cold, sun, and rain) Applicants should have a positive attitude towards hard work and readily display the ability to successfully engage with instruction and feedback. Our ideal candidate is a quick learner who has experience working in a fast-paced and labor intensive work environment. We work as a tight knit team and are looking for people who are ready to hustle with us! Experience is not required, but preference given to those with farming experience. Come work with us and enjoy fresh veggies in beautiful Sequim! Please send your resume, 2-3 professional references, and a letter of interest for your complete application. We look forward to hearing from you!