The Farmer’s Market Lead serves as the primary ambassador of our products and mission at market. This role combines sales, customer service, logistics, and team leadership to execute smooth, profitable market days while building strong relationships with customers, chefs, and fellow vendors. Working closely with farm ownership and the production team, the Farmer’s Market Lead ensures accurate product selection, beautiful and abundant display presentation, strong daily sales, and clear communication between the farm and the community. The ideal candidate is outgoing, dependable, physically capable, and passionate about local food and agriculture.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead representative of the farm at weekly farmers’ markets
• Provide knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic customer service
• Load and organize the market van with produce, flowers, signage, and point-of-sale materials
• Safely drive to and from markets, ensuring secure transport of heavy and delicate products
• Set up an inviting, organized, and visually appealing market display
• Manage all point-of-sale transactions accurately and efficiently
• Engage customers and chefs in conversation about product varieties, growing practices, and seasonal availability
• Lead and provide direction to the Farmer’s Market Crew
• Track sales and communicate product performance and customer feedback to other managers and owners
• Break down displays, pack remaining inventory, and unload the van upon return to the farm
• Collaborate with the farm team on product selection, pricing strategy, and improving the overall market experience
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Experience & Qualifications:

• Previous customer service experience required
• Strong communication skills and enjoyment of face-to-face sales
• Comfortable driving a large vehicle loaded with farm products
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods of time
• Confident giving instruction and providing leadership to an assistant
• Passion for local food, small-scale agriculture, and seasonal products
• Basic knowledge of vegetable and flower varieties preferred
• Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Full-time (Wednesday-Sunday), year-round

$23/hr + sales commission​

To apply, please send your resume to info@longertablefarm.com

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