Assistant Farmers Market Manager-Hayward

Agricultural Institute of Marin•Hayward, CA

1d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Agricultural Institute of Marin is seeking a dedicated part-time Assistant Farmers Market Manager for our year-round farmers market that occurs every Saturday in Hayward. This is an entry-level position with potential for a career pathway in farmers markets operations, agricultural education, or local food systems strategies.

Requirements

Must be 21+ years old with a valid California driver’s license and clean driving record.
Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs. and load/unload equipment.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Able to multitask, stay calm under pressure, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated, positive, dependable, and a team player with excellent attendance.
Interest in food, agriculture, and local farming.
Available to work early mornings and extended hours on Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish or Chinese Speaking

Responsibilities

Assist the Market Manager with market setup, operations, and site security
Set up and break down market equipment, signage, information booth, restrooms, entertainment areas, and waste disposal stations
Staff the information booth, provide excellent customer service, and process customer transactions
Operate the EBT program by processing EBT transactions and distributing tokens to purchase healthy foods
Maintain positive relationships with market participants, customers, staff, community organizations, businesses, and government partners
Adhere to all AIM Health and Safety policies and procedures, as well as those related to the rules and regulations as they pertain to our customers and vendors.
Administer duties as defined by the AIM performance review plan within the required deadlines.
Attend required meetings and trainings as assigned.
Follow all administrative organizational policies and procedures.
Must maintain strict confidentiality related to vendors, staff, Board and other AIM information.