Big River Farms Farmers' Market Trainer Job Description

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Big River Farms Farmers’ Market Trainer Job Description

Reason position exists: To train beginning farmers in operating all aspects of a successful farmers’ market stall. Primary Job Responsibilities:       

Communicate with Programs Manager and farmers the day before each market to verify logistics Meet farmers before market (6-6:30am) at cooler in St. Paul to load market supplies and produce/plant starts into delivery vehicle; arrive at market by required time Work with farmers to learn best practices for setting up and managing stall, until close (early afternoon) Work with farmers to learn how to break down stall, do inventory, and payout Coordinate with local restaurants/produce buyers to purchase any leftover produce Return with farmer to cooler if needed Report regularly to Programs Manager on farmer education and market sales

Details:  This is a 3 month position, 10 hours/week, mid-May through mid-August.  Markets are in Minneapolis and will take place each weekend, rotating between Saturdays and Sundays, early morning to midafternoon.  Must provide own transportation; mileage between cooler and market will be reimbursed at the federal rate. Compensation:  This position is paid at an hourly rate of $17-19/hour, DOE. Qualifications:  Experience managing a farmers market stall  Teaching/training experience  Interest or experience working with culturally and socio-economically diverse farmers  Excellent communication skills  An interest in local food systems  Basic math and computer skills  Demonstrated organizational skills  Valid driver’s license and comfort driving delivery vans and/or small trucks  A benefit, but not necessary; experience with farm work, bilingual, or experience in social justice work around food To Apply: Send resume and letter of interest describing your experience and interest in the position to [email protected]. Candidates will be considered as applications are received so please respond as soon as possible, if interested.